Water Use Authorisations Demystified: GA vs WULA in Practice
October 13 @ 8:00 am - 5:00 pm
R3760
Description:
This course provides a clear, practical understanding of water use authorisations in South Africa. It simplifies Section 21 water uses, explains when a General Authorisation applies versus when a full Water Use Licence is required, and highlights key risks, timelines, and pitfalls to support early project decision-making.
Learning Outcomes:
By the end of this course, participants will be able to:
- Identify applicable Section 21 water uses for a project
- Distinguish between General Authorisations and full WULAs
- Understand regulatory triggers related to watercourses and buffers
- Conduct early-stage risk screening for water-related impacts
- Anticipate typical timelines and approval challenges
- Make informed recommendations to clients or project teams
- Understand what is required for each phase of the application process
Best suited for:
Engineers, environmental consultants, developers, project managers