Notice Declaring the Pondoland Marine Protected Area under section 43 of the Marine Living Resources Act (No. 694 of 2004).

These Regulations designate the Pondoland Marine Protected Area and make provisions in relation with fishing and other activities: to protect the marine environment and the marine biodiversity within the Protected Area; to allow over-exploited species of fish a sanctuary in which to recover and breed; to protect seabird breeding colonies; to promote and regulate eco-tourism activities and scientific research in a way that does not adversely affect the marine environment and biodiversity the Protected Area; and to prescribe penalties for contraventions. The Regulations also provide for the implementation of a management plan for the Protected Area.