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This research paper examines the state of drug smuggling and border control at Johannesburg International Airport (JIA) and Durban Harbour. It analyzes the trade patterns of cannabis, Mandrax, cocaine, and heroin, while evaluating the effectiveness of risk profiling and the impact of international security standards, such as those driven by the United States post-9/11, on South African port security.

The Regulations in terms of the Marine Living Resources Act, 1998, establish a comprehensive legal framework for the management, conservation, and exploitation of marine living resources in South African waters. The document details administrative procedures, gear restrictions, species-specific limits, mariculture standards, and compliance monitoring systems to ensure sustainable fisheries management.

This fact sheet from the Centre for Environmental Rights documents a chronological list of industrial incidents, accidents, and pollution events associated with the Engen and SAPREF refineries in South Durban between 1994 and 2011.

This report assesses security at South African air and sea ports of entry to identify vulnerabilities in the prevention of firearms trafficking. It evaluates the implementation of international standards (ICAO, IMO, IATA, FAA) and national legislation. Key findings highlight systemic weaknesses such as staffing shortages, lack of professional training, and critical gaps in information sharing between airports (e.g., Lanseria). The report recommends enhanced risk profiling, integrated databases, and integrity testing for security personnel.