Overview 

In-house legal teams and corporate governance officers face increasing exposure to board and regulatory scrutiny as environmental governance transitions from voluntary CSR reporting to a strict, audit-backed compliance posture. Under the National Environmental Management Act 107 of 1998 (NEMA), specifically the Section 28 Duty of Care statutory provisions, organisations can no longer treat environmental exposure as a secondary risk. The promulgation of the Climate Change Act 22 of 2024 and the evolving penalty structures under the Carbon Tax Act 15 of 2019 have established clear links between operational compliance and financial reporting liabilities, elevating environmental management to a core board-level reporting requirement.

This session unpacks the practical intersection between the South African statutory framework—including waste management licences under the National Environmental Management: Waste Act 59 of 2008 (NEMWA)—and international ESG disclosure mandates like IFRS S1 and IFRS S2. Corporate legal officers and advisors must know how to establish defensible compliance monitoring systems that can withstand both regulatory inspection from the Green Scorpions and strict ESG due diligence.

Join Sandra Ramaite on 26 August 2026 from 10h00 to 11h00 for a targeted briefing designed to equip you with the practical capabilities to audit environmental risks, structure compliance registers, and report confidently to your board on environmental and ESG risk exposures

Learning objectives 

Attending this webinar will equip you with the following skills: 

• Implement robust monitoring frameworks to verify compliance with NEMA statutory authorisations and Section 28 Duty of Care mandates.
• Audit waste classification processes and waste manifests to ensure compliance under the National Environmental Management: Waste Act 59 of 2008 (NEMWA).
• Report to audit committees on the legal and financial exposure associated with Section 30 environmental incidents and remediation liabilities.
• Evaluate corporate exposure and reporting obligations under the Climate Change Act 22 of 2024 and the Carbon Tax Act 15 of 2019.
• Monitor and review sustainability-related financial disclosures to ensure full alignment with IFRS S1 and IFRS S2 standards.
• Structure and maintain an integrated ESG and environmental legal compliance register to mitigate regulatory enforcement and greenwashing risks

Content 

The webinar will cover the following topics: 

· Introduction to Environmental Law and ESG Compliance

· South African Environmental Legislative Framework

· Waste Management Compliance

· Pollution, Environmental Incidents and Corporate Liability

· Climate Change, Carbon and Corporate Risk

· ESG and Sustainability-Related Financial Disclosures

· The Accountant's Role in Environmental and ESG Compliance

· Practical Environmental Compliance Management

About the presenter 

Sandra Ramaite 

Sandra Ramaite is a seasoned consultant and Managing Director of Calsan Enviro Solutions, which she also co-founded. With over a decade of experience in circular economy technologies, she specialises in waste reduction, recycling, and waste-to-energy solutions. She holds a National Diploma in Biotechnology from VUT and has complemented her expertise with various certifications in Health, Safety, Quality, and Environmental Compliance, as well as completing a Management Development Program at USB. 

Sandra’s professional journey includes leadership and technical roles such as SHEQ Supervisor, Lab Manager, Waste Alternative Fuel Specialist, and Operations Manager at Interwaste and Lafarge/Afrimat. Her work has encompassed waste assessment, ISO compliance, decarbonisation strategies, and the optimisation of alternative fuels for the cement industry. She is deeply committed to advancing sustainable waste management practices and driving innovation within the environmental sector. 

Who should attend? 

The following persons will benefit from attending this webinar: 

• Attorneys. 

• Corporate Legal Professionals. 

• Legal Academics. 

• Candidate attorneys. 

• Law Students. 

• Paralegals. 

Price 

• R 400.00 - Online admission - Individual.  

• Group Price 1 - From R337 per person (up to 5 users)   

• Group Price 2 - From R260 per person (up to 10 users)   

• Group Price 3 - From R224 per person (over 11 users)  

Steps to register for the event:  

If you already have a profile, login and register for the webinar. 

If you don’t have a profile, create a free profile then login and register for the webinar. 

Click here  to create a free profile (There is no charge to create a profile and gain access to our free Monthly Practice Management Series). 

Click here  to find out about the Technical Resource Centre & CPD Subscription options. 

Additional material 

By attending this webinar you will be provided with: 

• A summarised slide presentation. 

• Reference documents and/ or course material where available. 

• You can ask questions during the webinar and you will also have access to the presenter after the webinar. 

About SA Legal Academy 

Welcome to SA Legal Academy (SALA), a provider of courses to help you succeed in your chosen career. We are committed to providing our students with the highest quality training and support, to ensure that your skills and knowledge are up to date and ready to face the challenges of the modern workplace. Our courses are designed to ensure that you reach your professional goals and enhance your career prospects. With our experienced training staff and comprehensive resources, you can be confident that you will receive the highest quality of training from SA Legal Academy. 

SALA is a Level 2 B-BBEE contributor, with 125% procurement recognition. Training spend on certain solutions can be allocated against the Skills Development element of the B-BBEE Scorecard through accredited and nonaccredited training or claimed through SETA grants. In addition, 25% of your Skills Expenditure can be claimed on non-accredited training or courses. 

Corporate Training Solutions 

At SALA, we recognise the evolving needs of businesses in today's dynamic environment. Beyond our standard webinar offerings, we provide tailored corporate training solutions designed to empower your team with the latest in legal and professional skills. Whether you're looking for online sessions or face-to-face training, our programs are crafted to ensure a comprehensive and engaging learning experience. 

Drawing inspiration from modern training methodologies, our corporate solutions are interactive, adaptable, and focused on real-world applications. We prioritize hands-on learning, ensuring your team can immediately apply their newfound knowledge in practical scenarios. 

Interested in a bespoke corporate training experience? Reach out to us at [email protected] or call 012 941 0448. Together, let's design a training program that elevates your team's capabilities and aligns with your organizational goals. 

Contact Us For More Information 

Have any questions or need any assistance? Contact us today!  

• Online chat through our website.  

• Phone: +27 (0) 12 941 0448  

• E-mail: [email protected]