The EAPASA Regional Conference is an annual event that brings together environmental professionals from the Southern Africa Development Community (SADC) countries. The aim of the conference is to engage with other relevant professionals operating within the Environmental sector in Africa to find synergies that can assist in standardising the Environmental Assessment practice and develop guideline documents for Best Practice. These professionals can forge strong working relations, deliberate on critical environmental issues, and share knowledge on policies and legislation that best advances the environmental sector.
The 2024 conference will be held in Durban, KwaZulu-Natal Province, South Africa at Southern Sun Elangeni Maharani from 23 - 25 October 2024.
The conference theme is “EAPASA Regional: SADC Sustainable Synergies Conference”
You can look forward to keynote addresses, panel discussions, breakout sessions, welcome dinner, gala dinner, awards ceremony and more entertainment.

Aligning policy and governance systems to ensure equitable access to water and promote justice in water resource management.
Protecting geological heritage in the face of development pressures and climate change.
Advancing solutions for coastal resilience and ecosystem protection.
Addressing the health and social impacts of pollution on vulnerable communities.
Balancing growth with sustainability through responsible waste and pollution management.
Promoting consistency and collaboration in environmental management approaches
Using climate data to inform disaster preparedness and environmental protection.
Presenters can submit their abstracts based on the subthemes.
All Presenters are requested to upload the required information under this section.
Abstracts should not exceed 350 words. If an abstract is accepted, the presenting author is responsible for delivering the oral presentation. In the event of an emergency, an alternate may take the place of the presenting author.
The EAPASA Regional Conference is an annual event that brings together environmental professionals from the Southern Africa Development Community (SADC) countries. The aim of the conference is to engage with other relevant professionals operating within the Environmental sector in Africa to find synergies that can assist in standardising the Environmental Assessment practice and develop guideline documents for Best Practice. These professionals can forge strong working relations, deliberate on critical environmental issues, and share knowledge on policies and legislation that best advances the environmental sector.
The 2024 conference will be held in Durban, KwaZulu-Natal Province, South Africa at Southern Sun Elangeni Maharani from 23 - 25 October 2024.
The conference theme is “EAPASA Regional: SADC Sustainable Synergies Conference”
You can look forward to keynote addresses, panel discussions, breakout sessions, welcome dinner, gala dinner, awards ceremony and more entertainment.

The 5th EAPASA Regional Conference offers an opportunity to promote the organisation’s brand image, and to connect with Enviromental Professionals from around SADC.
For conference registration: Contact
Ms Tlohang Matlala at
Finance1@eapasa.org or call
012 880 2154
Conference details: Contact
Mr Muano Liphadzi at
Muano@eapasa.org or call
012 880 2154
Aligning policy and governance systems to ensure equitable access to water and promote justice in water resource management.
Protecting geological heritage in the face of development pressures and climate change.
Advancing solutions for coastal resilience and ecosystem protection.
Addressing the health and social impacts of pollution on vulnerable communities.
Balancing growth with sustainability through responsible waste and pollution management.
Promoting consistency and collaboration in environmental management approaches
Using climate data to inform disaster preparedness and environmental protection.
Presenters can submit their abstracts based on the subthemes.
All Presenters are requested to upload the required information under this section.
Abstracts should not exceed 350 words. If an abstract is accepted, the presenting author is responsible for delivering the oral presentation. In the event of an emergency, an alternate may take the place of the presenting author.
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Mentors Country Estate, Cnr N2 and St Francis Drive, Jeffreys Bay, 6330
Booking Code: EAP271025 |
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Lake Umuzi Waterfront |
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Q’s Evander Hotels and
Apartments |
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Khayalami Hotels: Secunda
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Riverside Guesthouse &
Country Estate
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Hotel @ Secunda |
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Dormio Manor Guest House
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The EAPASA Regional Conference is an annual event that brings together environmental professionals from the Southern Africa Development Community (SADC) countries. The aim of the conference is to engage with other relevant professionals operating within the Environmental sector in Africa to find synergies that can assist in standardising the Environmental Assessment practice and develop guideline documents for Best Practice. These professionals can forge strong working relations, deliberate on critical environmental issues, and share knowledge on policies and legislation that best advances the environmental sector.
The 2024 conference will be held in Durban, KwaZulu-Natal Province, South Africa at Southern Sun Elangeni Maharani from 23 - 25 October 2024.
The conference theme is “EAPASA Regional: SADC Sustainable Synergies Conference”
You can look forward to keynote addresses, panel discussions, breakout sessions, welcome dinner, gala dinner, awards ceremony and more entertainment.

The Environmental Assessment Practitioners Association of South Africa (EAPASA) is pleased to announce the call for abstracts for the 4th EAPASA Regional Conference, themed “SADC Sustainable Synergies Conference.” The conference aims to bring together environmental professionals, researchers, and policymakers to share knowledge and best practices in achieving sustainable development and environmental stewardship in the SADC region.
The conference will focus on the following sub-themes:
We invite presenters to submit their abstracts based on the above sub-themes. Abstracts should not exceed 350 words and should be uploaded under this section. Please ensure that your abstract includes the following information:
– Title of the presentation
– Author(s) name(s) and affiliation(s)
– Brief overview of the presentation
– Closing date for submission of abstracts: 30 June 2026
– Closing date for submission of abstracts: 30 June 2026
Please note that presenters must register for the conference in order to be confirmed as a speaker in the program. To register, please click on this link: https://eapasa.glueup.com/
To submit your abstract, please upload your abstract through the link at the bottom of this page. We look forward to receiving your submissions and exploring the latest developments and innovations in environmental assessment and management in the SADC region.
For any queries or further information, please contact us. We are excited to see your submissions and look forward to a successful conference!”
Here is the link to be used:
https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSc7Ai3eWKZzhMoF4m7xMXPvfK0BdaHshKYuua2HOj9lK5AC2Q/viewform
The 5th EAPASA Regional Conference offers an opportunity to promote the organisation’s brand image, and to connect with Enviromental Professionals from around SADC.
For conference registration: Contact
Ms Tlohang Matlala at
Finance1@eapasa.org or call
012 880 2154
Conference details: Contact
Mr Muano Liphadzi at
Muano@eapasa.org or call
012 880 2154
Aligning policy and governance systems to ensure equitable access to water and promote justice in water resource management.
Protecting geological heritage in the face of development pressures and climate change.
Advancing solutions for coastal resilience and ecosystem protection.
Addressing the health and social impacts of pollution on vulnerable communities.
Balancing growth with sustainability through responsible waste and pollution management.
Promoting consistency and collaboration in environmental management approaches
Using climate data to inform disaster preparedness and environmental protection.
Presenters can submit their abstracts based on the subthemes.
All Presenters are requested to upload the required information under this section.
Abstracts should not exceed 350 words. If an abstract is accepted, the presenting author is responsible for delivering the oral presentation. In the event of an emergency, an alternate may take the place of the presenting author.
Nearby Accommodation | Contact |
|---|---|
Mentors Country Estate, Cnr N2 and St Francis Drive, Jeffreys Bay, 6330
Booking Code: EAP271025 |
|
Lake Umuzi Waterfront |
|
Q’s Evander Hotels and
Apartments |
|
Khayalami Hotels: Secunda
|
|
Riverside Guesthouse &
Country Estate
|
|
Hotel @ Secunda |
|
Dormio Manor Guest House
|
|
Please note that the Registration Fees exclude
Early Bird Registration Closes 31 July 2026.
Standard Registration starts 01 August 2026.
BOOK YOUR SEAT NOW DUE TO LIMITED SPACE
REGISTRATION FEES (Standard) | EARLY BIRD |
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Registered EAPs – R 6 950.00 | R 6 602.50 |
Candidate EAPs – R 6 450.00 | R 6 127.50 |
International delegates –R 7 950.00 | R 7 552.50 |
Local delegates (Nonregistered) – R 7 950.00 | R 7 552.50 |
Students (Undergraduate) –R 4 450.00 | R 4 277.50
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