management at a symposium in Durban, Southern Sun, Elangeni
19 October 2007
Deputy Minister of Environmental Affairs and Tourism, Ms Rejoice
Mabudafhasi, will deliver a keynote address at the Fifth Western Indian Ocean
Marine Sciences Association symposium aimed at creating a forum to promote
dialogue amongst scientists and stakeholders on the effective way of protecting
marine environment.
The Fifth Symposium is organised jointly by Western Indian Ocean Marine
Association (WIOMSA), established in 1993, and the Oceanographic Research
Institute (ORI) of Durban, South Africa. The theme of this Symposium is
"Advances in Marine Science in Eastern Africa: Science, Policy and Management:
pressures and responses in the Western Indian Ocean region".
Valuable inputs for best practice on marine management are expected from 350
participants who will converge on Durban from 28 countries.
In addition to providing a discussion forum for the exchange of ideas,
experiences, and knowledge on coastal and marine issues in the WIO region, the
Symposium will further serve two other important and practical functions:
* the assessment of the advancement of marine science research in the WIO
region and its application to coastal management; and
* the identification of priority themes and areas for future marine science
research in the WIO region.
The evening of the 22 October will culminate with the Deputy Minister
launching a book and presenting awards to members who have rendered notable
service to marine science development and research.
Journalists are invited to attend and interview the Deputy Minister and the
delegates.
Enquiries:
Mr Moses Rannditsheni
Media Liaison Officer for the Deputy Minister
Ministry of Environmental Affairs and Tourism
Tel: 012 310 3898/99
Cell: 082 448 2450
E-mail: MRannditsheni@deat.gov.za
Or
Mr Shavhani Mukwevho
International Liaison Services
Department of Environmental Affairs and Tourism
Tel: 021 425 3626
Cell: 084 547 7128
E-mail: smukwevho@deat.gov.za
Issued by: Department of Environmental Affairs and Tourism
19 October 2007
Source: Department of Environmental Affairs and Tourism (http://www.deat.gov.za)
