UNEP-GEF WIO-LaB Project
Addressing Land Based Activities in the Western Indian Ocean
REGIONAL TASK FORCE ON THE PHYSICAL
ALTERATION AND
DESTRUCTION OF HABITATS (PADH)
Report of the Inception Meeting prepared by the WIO-LaB
Project Management Unit
Dar es Salaam, Tanzania, 20 April 2005
for bibliographic purposes this document may be cited as:
WIO-LaB Report No. UNEP/GEF/WIOLAB/PADH.1/7
Cover photo: Auroville tsunami Relief and Rehabilitation Project
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TABLE OF CONTENTS
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OPENING OF THE MEETING
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ORGANIZATION OF THE MEETING
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2.1 ELECTION AND DESIGNATION OF OFFICERS
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2.2 ORGANIZATION OF THE MEETING
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ADOPTION OF THE AGENDA
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CONTEXT OF THE PADH TASK FORCE
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4.1
OUTLINE OF THE UNEP-GEF WIO-LAB PROJECT
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4.2
UNEP-GPA IMPLEMENTATION OF THE GPA PARTNERSHIP PROGRAMME 2002 2006 IN THE EAST
AFRICAN REGION AS A CONTRIBUTION TO THE NAIROBI CONVENTION AND THE SUB-SAHARAN
AFRICAN PROCESS UNDER NEPAD-PADH COMPONENT
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4.3
RECOMMENDATIONS OF VARIOUS PADH REPORTS AND GROUP OF EXPERTS MEETINGS HELD
UNDER THE AUSPICES OF THE NAIROBI CONVENTION. 5
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TERMS OF REFERENCES OF THE REGIONAL AND NATIONAL WIO-LAB PADH TASK
FORCES
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DISCUSSION AND AGREEMENT ON THE WIO-LAB PADH TASK FORCE WORK PLAN
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CRITERIA AND PROCEDURES FOR THE SELECTION OF DEMONSTRATION
PROJECTS FOR THE UNEP-GEF WIO-LAB PROJECT
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ADMINISTRATIVE MATTERS RELATED TO THE WIO-LAB PADH TASK FORCE
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ADOPTION OF THE MAIN RECOMMENDATION OF THE WIO-LAB PADH TASK
FORCE MEETING.
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10 ANY OTHER BUSINESS
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11 CLOSURE OF THE MEETING
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ANNEXES
ANNEX 1
LIST OF PARTICIPANTS
ANNEX 2
LIST OF DOCUMENTS DISTRIBUTED DURING THE MEETING
ANNEX 3
AGENDA
ANNEX 4
TERMS OF REFERENCE OF THE REGIONAL PADH TASK FORCE
ANNEX 5
TERMS OF REFERENCE FOR THE PADH TASK FORCE / COORDINATION
MECHANISMS AT THE NATIONAL LEVEL
ANNEX 6
ACTIVITIES PLAN 2005-2008 OF THE PHYSICAL ALTERATION AND
DESTRUCTION OF HABITATS TASK FORCE
ANNEX 7
RECOMMENDATIONS FROM THE 1ST WIO-LAB PHYSICAL ALTERATION
AND DESTRUCTION OF HABITATS (PADH) TASK FORCE MEETING
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OPENING OF THE MEETING
The Chairman Mr. Jeremiah Daffa, the Coordinator of the Tanzania Coastal Partnership
Programme of the National Environment Management Council (NEMC), called the meeting to
order at 9.00am. He welcomed the participants to the PADH Task Force meeting and briefed
new members about the Municipal Wastewater Management (MWW) Task Force meeting that
was held on Tuesday 19th April 2005. He also informed the participants that the outcomes of the
Physical Alteration and Destruction of Habitat (PADH) and MWW Task Forces will be presented
to the Steering Committee whose meeting was scheduled to be held on Thursday 20th April 2005.
1.1.
Introduction of UNEP/GEF WIO-LaB PADH Task Force member
Mr. Daffa introduced the above agenda item and requested the participants to introduce
themselves. Thereafter there followed a table de tour in which all the participants introduced
themselves.
Following the self introduction of the participants, the Session Chairman introduced the
participants to the next agenda item.
1.2.
Welcome addresses:
The Chairman invited the Project Manager of WIO-LaB Project, Dr. Peter Scheren to make some
few opening remarks. Dr. Scheren welcomed the participants to the PADH Task Force meeting.
Dr. Scheren informed members of the PADH Task Force the official opening ceremony of the
WIO-LaB Task Force meetings was done on 19th April 2005 by Mr. Wilson, the Director of the
City of Dar es Salaam who represented the Mayor of the City Council of Dar es Salaam.
Dr. Scheren informed the Task Force that a number of participants from Mozambique and
Seychelles were unable to come to the meeting due to problems related to their travel. Dr.
Scheren however, noted that the number of participants who turned at the meeting was
encouraging. He briefed participants on the objectives of the PADH Task Force. He also
informed the meeting that the WIO-LaB PADH Component is actually an extension of previous
PADH activities that have been undertaken in the region under the auspices of the Nairobi
Convention and other organizations in the region. He wished the participants good deliberations
in the meeting.
Mr. Dixon Waruinge, the Programme Officer in-charge of the Nairobi Convention, on behalf of
the Executive Director of the United Nations Environment Programme (UNEP) and the
Coordinator of UNEP/GPA and the Director of Regional Seas Programme, Ms. Veerle
Vandeweerd, also welcomed the participants to the meeting. Mr. Waruinge briefed the meeting
on the genesis of the WIO-LaB Project since the development of the project concept and
subsequent endorsement of the project in Seychelles in 1997. He noted that a number of events
have taken place since the project was endorsed by governments of the countries bordering the
Western Indian Ocean.
Mr. Waruinge informed the meeting that the WIO-Lab Project starts with a strong footing since it
had been enriched by various process that have taken place in the region since 1997. He observed
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that the project is important since it is expected to strengthen institutions of the Nairobi
Convention region. He informed the meeting that the intention of the project was not to create
new structures but to use the existing structures in order to build on various initiatives on PADH,
MWW, etc that have been undertaken under the auspices of the Nairobi Convention and other
regional bodies. He challenged the PADH Task Force to come up with a clear road map on what
need to be achieved in the coming years.
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ORGANIZATION OF THE MEETING
2.1 Election and designation of officers
The Chairman briefed the Task Force members on the above agenda item and brought to their
attention the requirement for the Task Force to elect the chairman and Rapporteur of the meeting.
The Chairman requested members of the Task Force to nominate names for the two posts.
Ms. Andrianarivo, the national Focal Point for Madagascar proposed Kenya for Chairmanship.
Following this nomination which was seconded by Tanzania and South Africa, Kenya represented
by Mr. Ali Mohamed, the national Focal Point was elected as the Chairman of the PADH Task
Force meeting.
For the post of ViceChairman, Kenya nominated South Africa and the proposal was seconded by
Tanzania and Madagascar. South Africa was therefore elected as Vice-Chair of the meeting and
the South Africa national Focal Point Mr. Sharvhani Mukwevho accepted the offer. For the post
of Rapporteur, South Africa nominated Mauritius and this nomination was seconded by Kenya
and Comoros. The representative of Mauritius, Ms. Tatur Ramasamy accepted the post.
2.2 Organization of the meeting
Following the election of the officers of the meeting, Mr. Daffa handed the Chairmanship to Mr.
Ali Mohammed.
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ADOPTION OF THE AGENDA
The Chairman, Mr. Ali Mohammed, took the Task Force members through the provisional
agenda prepared by the WIO-LaB project secretariat. The Task Force considered the provisional
Agenda and adopted it as presented by the WIO-LaB Project Management Unit (PMU)
Secretariat.
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CONTEXT OF THE PADH TASK FORCE
The Chairman introduced the Task Force members to the above agenda item and requested the
Project Manager of WIO-LaB Project, Dr. Peter Scheren to present the outline of the UNEP-GEF
WIO-LaB project as detailed in the background document UNEP/GEF/WIO-LaB/PADH.1/INF.1.
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4.1 Outline of the UNEP-GEF WIO-LaB project
Dr. Peter Scheren, the Project Manager of UNEP-GEF WIO-LaB Project presented an outline of
the WIO-LaB Project and briefed the meeting on the goals and objectives of the project. He also
briefed the meeting on the key components of the project as well as activities that will be
implemented by the project. Dr. Scheren elaborated on the three broad three broad goals as well
as the key features of the project. He informed the meeting the project will be for duration of four
years and will be expected to be finalized in 2008.
Dr. Scheren furthermore briefed the participants on the establishment of the WIO-LaB Project
Management Unit (PMU) within the Secretariat of the Nairobi convention. The Project Manager
is himself and other project personnel include Dr. Johnson Kitheka, the Project Scientist. The
Project Management Unit is also been assisted by Mr. James Leten, a Junior Programme Officer
at the UNEP Regional Office for Africa and Ms. Sue Liu, a Consultant. He reported the project is
also been assisted on part time basis by an intern, Ms. Neeyati Patel who is also a PhD student.
Dr. Scheren also briefed the meeting on the WIO-LaB Project Management Structure noting the
major players at different levels of management. He also informed the meeting about the main
implementing and executing agencies of the project namely UNEP/DGEF, UNEP/GPA, UNOPS
and the Nairobi Convention.
Dr. Scheren also informed the meeting that the WIO-LaB Project is funded by GEF, Norway,
UNEP and participating Countries. The total budget of the project is US$ 8 million with a 50%
co-financing from participating countries. He informed the meeting that the Government of
Norway is providing a substantial in-cash co-financing through the UNEP/GPA programme of
Action for the protection of coastal and marine waters from land based activities.
Dr. Scheren also presented the work packages/modules of the WIO-LaB project namely water
and sediment quality, MWW, PADH, NPAs, Legal, EIA, ICARM, Regional Coordination,
Training and Education, Stakeholder participation and TDA/SAP. He elaborated on the activities
that will be undertaken in each of the above modules.
Dr. Scheren also briefed the meeting on the constitution of the membership of the Project
Steering Committee. He informed the meeting the Steering Committee will be composed of the
national Focal Points as well as representatives of various Non-Governmental Organizations and
executing agencies. Dr. Scheren also elaborated on the role of the National Focal Points including
also the role of various Task Forces that will be established by the project. He also elaborated on
the role of both national and international stakeholders.
Following the above presentation by the Project Manager, the Chairman invited members of the
Task Force to ask for clarification on issues that may not be clear to them.
Mr. Waruinge, the Programme Officer-in-charge of the Nairobi Convention referred to the project
management structure presented by the WIO-LaB Project Manager and informed the Task Force
that the Nairobi Convention has a dual role. Apart from the Secretariat of the Nairobi Convention
housing the WIO-LaB Project, it is also an important executing agency. He emphasized that the
project implements the work plan of the Nairobi Convention and as such the Secretariat of the
Nairobi Convention will be involved in executing the project as is indicated in the project
document. Mr. Waruinge observed that this fact was not reflected in the organization structure
presented by the Project Manager. He requested changes to reflect his clarification.
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Mr. Mukwevho, the national Focal Point for South Africa requested for clarification on the role of
inter-Ministerial coordination. Dr. Peter Scheren reported that the WIO-LaB Project envisages
the establishment of an inter-Ministerial Coordination at National level and noted that this item
will be presented in detail in a specific agenda item during the Steering Committee meeting
scheduled for Thursday 22nd April 2005. He requested Mr. Mukwevho to bring up this issue
during the Steering Committee meeting.
4.2 UNEP-GPA implementation of the GPA Partnership Programme 2002 2006 in the
East African Region as a contribution to the Nairobi Convention and the Sub-
Saharan African Process under NEPAD-PADH Component
The Chairman introduced members of the PADH Task Force to the above agenda item and
invited Dr. Cees van de Guchte, the Programe Officer in the UNEP/GPA to make a presentation
on the role of UNEP/GPA in the implementation of activities on PADH.
Dr. Cees van der Guchte informed the meeting that the GPA Component of PADH was supposed
to be presented by Mr. Anjan Datta, UNEP/GPA Programme Officer responsible for PADH
Component. However, due to other commitments he could not be present in the meeting and that
he was therefore going to present the GPA PADH Component on behalf of Mr. Anjan Datta.
Dr. Van de Guchte briefed the PADH Task Force on the objectives of the GPA PADH
Programme noting that the main objective is to assist stakeholders, mainly the Governments to
develop, enact and enforce necessary legislation and regulation for the protection of coastal
environment from land based activities. He elaborated on the main threats to the coastal and
marine environment noting also the impacts on the socio-economic and ecological systems.
Dr. Cess also presented the achievements of UNEP/GPA on PADH. He gave several examples
such as the development of key principle and checklists for each of the key sectors. He informed
the Task Force that there have been several discussions with various stakeholders and progress in
the implementation of various activities is presented to different stakeholders in order to obtain
feedback and secure endorsement at different levels.
Dr. Van de Guchte presented the State of Affair in the four (4) thematic areas such as Port and
Habour activities, Mining, Mangroves, Aquaculture and Tourism. He also presented on the
development of knowledge noting that the present country coverage is 23 with Southeast Asia
having 5 countries, Africa and the Caribbean having nine countries each.
Dr. Van de Guchte furthermore briefed the participants on the consultative meetings that were
held in South Africa, Eastern Africa and the Caribbean. Dr. Van de Guchte informed the
participants on the lessons learnt and challenges noting that challenges faced in the
implementation of GPA PADH Programme. Such challenges include limited regulation and
enforcement capabilities, limited devolution of power, weak socio-political structures and lack of
institutional, legal and policy framework including institutional arrangement of NPA
development process. He also observed that in most countries PADH related sectors are not
included in the process.
Following the presentation by Dr. Van de Guchte, the Chairman opened the floor for discussions
on the role of UNEP/GPA in the WIO-LaB Project. In doing this, the Chairman also noted the
need for the PADH Task Force to identify key sectoral areas where more emphasis should be
placed by the project.
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Mr. Naidoo of South Africa suggested the need for emphasis to be put on the evaluation of
provision of coastal services in the region and requested for information on the extent to which
GPA has addressed this issue. Dr. Van de Guchte noted that GPA is carrying out work in this
area and various documents have been prepared by GPA in order to facilitate sharing of
experience in this area. He also noted that within the framework of the Bali strategic plan, a
component on capacity building was identified.
Mr. Naidoo noted in South Africa, there are large areas of the East Coast areas that are not
covered under the current framework and there is need for tools to be developed in order to
manage such areas. He noted that South Africa has great interest in this area and a proposal for
developing models to address specific coastlines has already been prepared. Dr. Van de Guchte
observed that the most important thing is to focus on offering assistance to support decision-
making processes and informed the meeting that GPA facilitates the sharing of information and
knowledge through it website based Clearing House Mechanism.
4.3 Recommendations of various PADH reports and group of experts meetings held
under the auspices of the Nairobi Convention.
The Chairman introduced the above agenda item to the members of the Task Force noting that
various initiatives on PADH have been undertaken in the region under the auspices of the Nairobi
Convention. The Chairman invited Dr. Johnson Kitheka, the WIO-LaB Project/Environmental
Scientist to present the conclusions and recommendations of these initiatives.
Dr. Kitheka referred the Task Force members to the information documents UNEP/GEF/WIO-
LaB/PADH.1/INC1 4, 5, 6 and 7 which contained detailed information on these
recommendations. Dr. Kitheka briefed the Task Force on the recommendations of the Regional
Coastal Erosion Workshop that was held in Nairobi, Kenya in the period November 27-29, 2002.
He also briefed the Task Force on the recommendations of the Coastal Erosion Task Force as
well as its three working groups namely, Assessment and monitoring, Mitigation and Restoration.
Dr. Kitheka also presented to the PADH Task Force on the recommendation of the two PADH
Reports that were prepared by experts in the region within the auspices of the Nairobi Convention
with support of the Western Indian Ocean Marine Science Association (WIOMSA) and GPA. He
also informed the meeting that although various recommendations contained in the previous
initiatives on PADH can fit within the Work plan/framework of the WIO-LaB Project, some may
require more resources than would be available in the project. It would therefore be important for
the PADH Task Force to explore other potential sources of funds that can be used to supplement
support that will be provided by the WIO-LaB Project.
Following the above recommendations, the Chairman invited members of the Task Force to
discuss the recommendations. The Chairman also requested representatives of participating
countries to brief the Committee on the extent to which countries have implemented those
recommendations.
Following the presentation by Dr. Kitheka, the Chairman requested Mr. Dixon Waruinge to brief
the Task Force on how far the implementation of recommendation has been undertaken in the
region.
Mr. Waruinge informed that meeting that some of the recommendations were based on the
understanding that the WIO-LaB Project was in the pipeline and that the project would spearhead
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their implementation. He also noted that some of the recommendations can indeed be developed
into several projects that can be implemented in the region. He suggested that the PADH Task
Force should prioritize on the recommendations that should be taken onboard by the WIO-LaB
project.
Mr. Waruinge also suggested that Task Force should establish what need to be undertaken
onboard by the project in the next 3 years. Mr. Waruinge suggested that all countries should
present their reports on the status of implementation of the recommendations. He also made
reference to the legal review, socio economic, socio-economic reports that were produced within
the auspices of the Nairobi Convention.
Mr. Naidoo of South Africa wanted clarification as to whether the WIO-LaB Project Management
Unit (PMU) was aware of these recommendations and whether these recommendations were
taken into consideration when the work plan of the project was being developed. He also noted
the need for the PADH Task Force to identify specific activities that could be undertaken by the
Task Force at regional level emphasizing the need for the Task Force to only focus on the
regional recommendations.
The WIO-LaB Project Manager, Dr. Peter Scheren responding to above question noted that WIO-
LaB Project was designed on the basis of various recommendations and the project was not
starting from the scratch since already there is a good basis on which to build upon. He informed
the meeting that the project aims at fulfilling some of the recommendations noting that some of
the recommendations are high level and may require a different approach to address them. He
elaborated on areas where he felt that WIO-LaB Project would be able to address. He noted that
there is room in the project documents for case studies to be reviewed by the project in order to
identify priorities. He suggested that the Task Force should establish what exactly need to be
achieved by the project and prioritize on the implementation of specific activities.
The Chairman, Mr. Ali Mohammed subsequently invited that different country representatives to
brief the PADH Task Force on how far Kenya has gone with implementation of the
recommendations of the previous PADH initiatives developed within the Nairobi Convention.
Kenya
Mrs. Abuodha, on behalf of Kenya, reported that Kenya has made good progress in the
implementation of some of the recommendations. She elaborated on various research activities
that have been undertaken by the Kenya Marine and Fisheries Research Institute (KMFRI) along
the Kenya Coast. She reported that Kenya looks forward to participating in the implementation of
various activities within the auspices of the WIO-LaB project.
The Comoros
Ms. Fatouma Abdallah, the Focal Point for the Comoros reported on how far the Comoros has
gone with the implementation of the above recommendations. She noted that destruction of
coastal and marine environment in Comoros is mainly a result of ignorance and the Government
of the Comoros has started various activities on public awareness creation. She gave examples of
two regions (Prophete and Chindin) where public awareness campaign is going on. She also
reported that the management of marine and coastal resources is now well organized due to the
fact that the population in these areas is now sensitized on the importance of protecting the
environment.
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Madagascar
The national Focal Point for Madagascar, Ms. Andrianarivo reported that Madagascar is still
committed to attaining the goals of the Nairobi Convention and has continued to play a greater
role in the Nairobi Convention. She informed the Task Force about a 15 year environment
management programme in Madagascar whose 1st phase includes the enactment of relevant
legislation on the protection of the marine environment. The 2nd phase of the project is focused
on environmental related activities such as pilot demonstration projects in some urban areas in
Madagascar.
Ms. Andrianarivo also reported that several activities focused on research and management have
been undertaken in Madagascar. She noted that in the third phase which covers the present
period, emphasis will be on the implementation of lessons learnt in the first two phases.
Concerning the marine environment project, a sub-component on environment and culture was
implemented in two (2) pilot towns in Madagascar. All these projects are making use of
experience of people who have worked in various activities such as on the GIS systems. The
outcome of this project will be development of regional coastal maps for the pilot coastal erosion
sites, pollution assessment, mangrove forests and coral reef, etc. Work has been carried out on the
causes of PADH and at the moment emphasis is placed on sensitization of the public in order to
create awareness on various environmental issues. She noted that various training programmes
are still incomplete.
Tanzania
Mr. Muheto of NEMC reported on the progress that has been achieved in the United Republic of
Tanzania noting that many of the recommendations have been implemented at different levels.
Some of them were policy issues. A number of projects are still ongoing. He reported that some
of the activities implemented in Tanzania have made specific recommendations on issues related
to the management of coastal and marine environment.
Mr. Muheto also reported that on research activities undertaken by the Institute of Marine
Sciences (IMS) of Zanzibar and the University of Dar es Salaam (UDSM). Mr. Muheto
suggested that each country should produce a report detailing the extent and the status of
implementation of the above recommendations.
Mr. Daffa reported that in Tanzania there is a national programme that coordinates most of the
coastal and marine issues. Some of recommendations have been taken onboard by this national
programme. He informed the Task Force that a number of Acts of Parliament have been re-
enacted. He furthermore reported that Tanzania has been publishing the State of the coastal
environmental report every 3 years. He also noted that there are several activities that are focused
on monitoring and assessment of mangrove forests, marine mammals, etc.
Mr. Daffa also noted that in terms of PADH, a number of guidelines have been developed and are
already been used in Tanzania. He gave the example of Mariculture guidelines. He reported on
the work done on the application of GIS in studying mangrove forest in which the first
assessment was carried out in Tanzania in 1980. A comprehensive GIS based survey on
mangrove forest was recently carried out and a similar survey focused on the coral reefs is
planned to be undertaken in the near future. However, despite, these achievements, he noted that
Tanzania still faces a number of challenges due the fact that the country is large and resources are
not adequate.
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Dr. Muhando reported on the two projects namely, Coral Reef Task Force monitoring research to
establish the status of coral reef in order to suggest remedial measures and the Coral reef targeted
research for management project which is funded by GEF and whose focus is on coral bleaching.
The latter project also includes monitoring the effect of nutrients and sediment loading on the
health of the coral reef complex.
Mauritius
Ms. Tatur Ramasamy, a representative of Mauritius reported that legislation to bar sand mining
has already been enacted in Mauritius. She also reported on the mangrove rehabilitation
programme that is implemented by the Ministry of Fisheries including the other initiatives on the
health of coral reef that will be replicated in other parts of Mauritius. Other activities include the
creation of swimming zones as proposed by tourist hotels. In regard to the implementation of
coastal erosion recommendations, she noted that several activities on coastal erosion mitigation
have already been implemented in Mauritius. There are also activities on the restoration of
natural vegetation and reduction of dumping in sand dune areas. Sensitivity mapping was carried
out in the northern part of the island. There are also activities that are aimed at preserving
remaining coral reefs in Mauritius.
Ms. Tatur Ramasamy also reported that Mauritius is developing an Integrated Coastal Zone
Management (ICZM) Plan in order to enhance coastal planning. Mauritius has also prohibited the
use of small fishing nets with the aim of restoring destroyed marine ecosystem.
South Africa
Mr. Naidoo, the representative of South Africa reported on some of the activities that have been
undertaken in South Africa. He reported that the Environment Ministry and Tourism is
implementing projects on coastal sensitivity mapping and a database of institutions has been
created. He noted that the department has expanded its capacity. Several demonstration projects
to raise awareness on beach health have been implemented. A team lead by Director of Tourism
Development has been formed in order to address pollution related issues. There have also been
some activities on the development of regulatory guidelines on dumping. There is a draft MOU
between CSIR and Ministry of Tourism on the implementation of various activities in South
Africa.
Mr. Naidoo also reported that a bill on coastal management has been prepared and will soon be
submitted to the parliament for ratification. He also reported that the Minister for Tourism has
banned the use of motor vehicles on beaches and a new law in this regard is already in operation.
He also reported that the Coastal Management Department has established a number of marine
protected areas targeted different habitats and species.
WIOMSA
Dr. Francis, the Executive Secretary of WIOMSA provided additional information on the country
reports noting that WIOMSA has provided planning grants to several countries to enable them to
prepare proposals targeting MASMA funding. He also reported that WIOMSA has approved a
proposal on a study on shoreline change in three countries in the region. He reported that Ms.
Abuodha and Mr. Shaghude were awarded MARG Grants to conduct studies in the Bamburi
Shanzu. Dr. Julius also reported that in 2004, WIOMSA organized a regional workshop in
conjunction with Wildlife Conservation (WCS) and WWW-EAME. The purpose of this
workshop was to review the impact of different fishing gear on marine turtles. He also informed
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the Task Force about a project funded by WIOMSA, the MASMA programme, that will be
implemented in Kenya, Tanzania and Seychelles to look at the coral reef and impact on fisheries
resources.
Dr. Julius also reported that WIOMSA has also initiated a 5 year programme on mariculture and
there is a possibility for extension once the project ends. The project has identified three
mariculture activities in Dar es Salaam and Bagamoyo (Oyster and seaweed farming) and the
Second activity is a training course to support mariculture activities. This training course will be
held in July 2005. This activity aims at training 250 people and will be expanded to cover other
areas.
The Chairman commended countries for the good work that they have undertaken in the region
and suggested that the PADH Task Force should establish the gaps that WIO-LaB project should
be able to fill.
Mr. Waruinge noted that countries have highlighted the need to consolidate country experience
and PADH Task Force should be ready to take this challenge. He singled out the challenge of
sharing data and information in the region and the need to bring national information to the
regional level.
The WIO-LaB Project Manager, Dr. Sheren suggested the need for the PADH Task Force to
come up with a good strategy on what need to be done. He recommended that the Task Force
should identify the recommendations that can fit within the work plan of the project emphasizing
the need to establish key gaps. He also suggested that members of the PADH Task Force should
re-examine the work plan and carry out a needs assessment that will target all participating
countries.
Dr. Francis of WIOMSA suggested a need for a creating a mechanism for regularly compiling
information at national level. He suggested that the Focal Point and the representatives of Task
Forces (e.g. MWW & PADH) should compile information in participating countries and there
should be regular updating of collected information. He suggested that the WIO-LaB PMU and
the Secretariat of the Nairobi Convention should come up a list of the type of information that
will be required. He noted that Seacam project had adopted the above approach however they
were limitations since the task of compiling information was undertaken by a consultant. He
observed that in order to ensure sustainability, the use of local expertise would be the ideal way of
undertaking this task since information would come from the countries.
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TERMS OF REFERENCES OF THE REGIONAL AND NATIONAL WIO-LAB PADH TASK
FORCES
The Chairman introduced the above agenda item and invited Dr. Kitheka, WIO-LaB Project
Scientist/Officer to present the Terms of Reference of the Regional and national PADH Task
Forces.
Dr. Kitheka presented to the PADH Task Force the rationale of forming the regional and national
PADH Task Forces noting in particular the need for these Task Forces to facilitate the
implementation of various PADH related activities at both national and regional level. He also
briefed the Task Force on the procedure for constitution of PADH Task Force Membership at
both national and regional level. He noted the need for the members of the PADH Task Force to
be representative of the key sectors that have impact on the habitats. Dr. Kitheka took the Task
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Force members through the Terms of Reference for both the National and Regional PADH Task
Forces, emphasizing the role of the Task Force in the implementation of various PADH related
activities.
Following the presentation of the Terms of Reference the Chairman opened the floor for
discussions on the Terms reference presented.
Mr. Naidoo observed that the PADH Task Force Terms of Reference proposes a specific Focal
Point appointed to deal with PADH Task Force and wondered whether this would not complicate
matters. He suggested that the National Focal Points should be the Chairman of the national
PADH Task Forces and in this regard there is no need for appointing a different national Focal
Point to oversee the work of the national PADH Task Force. This proposal received support from
other members of the Task Force.
In regard to the above issue, Mr. Waruinge brought to the attention of participants similar
arrangements as that suggested above, referring to the Coral Reef Task Force whose national
Chairpersons are the members of the Regional Coral Reef Task. Members of the Regional Coral
Reef Task Force select their own Chairperson. Mr. Waruinge also pointed out that national Focal
Points for the Nairobi Convention Task Forces may not necessarily be the Focal Points for the
WIO-LaB Project Task Forces.
The Chairman suggested that the PADH Task Forces members should be national experts
nominated by their governments and noted the need to determine the exact number of experts that
can be appointed per country.
Mr. Mukwevho noted that for specific regional Task Force meetings, South Africa would be
sending one expert per meeting. He also suggested that members of the Regional Task Forces be
the Chairman of the national PADH Task Forces. He also suggested that the Chairman of the
Regional PADH Task Force be invited to represent the regional PADH Task Force in the Steering
Committee.
Dr. Scheren noted the PADH related issues are complicated and many disciplines are involved
and hence there attempt was made to involve expertise from diverse areas in the first meeting. He
also noted that membership into the Regional PADH Task Force is still not complete and experts
from various diverse fields will be involved in the work of the PADH Task Force.
Dr. Alfonse Dubi, the Director of the Institute of Marine Sciences (IMS), Zanzibar suggested that
the participants of the inception meeting should be assumed to constitute the Regional PADH
Task Force since the invited participants represents various fields related to PADH. He suggested
that the need for the review of the participants list in order to establish whether participants
present could adequately form a Regional PADH Task Force. Dr. Dubi also observed that the
Terms of Reference of the PADH Task Force are numerous and noted that some of them are
actually tasks that will be undertaken by consultants. He recommended that such terms of
reference need to be deleted.
Dr. Julius also noted that it should be the responsibility of the regional PADH Task Force to
coordinate the PADH component of the project hence different mechanisms should be
recommended in order to differentiate those tasks that will be undertaken by consultants.
Mr. Muheto of the National Environment Management Council (NEMC) noted that some of the
Terms of Reference are specific and focus on the role of the WIO-LaB Project Management Unit
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(PMU). He suggested the need to differentiate between the responsibilities of the PADH Task
Force, the Project Management Unit and those of the national Coordinators of various
components of the project particularly in regard to day to day operations or undertakings.
Following lengthy discussions on the Terms of Reference of the national and regional PADH task
Forces of the WIO-LaB Project, the Task Force adopted them with amendments. The revised
Terms of Reference are attached in annex 4 and 5 of this report respectively.
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DISCUSSION AND AGREEMENT ON THE WIO-LAB PADH TASK FORCE WORK PLAN
The Chairman Mr. Ali Mohammed introduced the above agenda item to the Task Force and
invited the Project Manager, Mr. Peter Scheren to present the detailed Work plan of the WIO-LaB
Project (2005-2009) as well as the PADH Task Force work plan. He referred to working
document UNEP/GEF/WIO-LaB/PADH.1/INF.5.
Dr. Scheren took the participants through the work plan of the project elaborating on the activities
that are scheduled to be implemented in the calendar year 2005. He also presented the overall
work plan for the entire duration of the WIO-LaB Project (2005 2009).
Mr. Naidoo of South Africa requested the Project Management Unit (PMU) to provide relevant
information to the participating countries so that countries could plan their time and especially
how they can fit within the work programme of the WIO-LaB project.
Dr. Scheren noted that before Task Force meetings, the Project Management Unit (PMU) will
provide a clear understanding of what the meeting will entail and provide guidance to participants
in this respect.
Mr. Naidoo noted that deliverables should be furnished to the members of the Task Force before
the meeting possibly though the Focal Points. He asked whether the Project Management Unit is
sure that the three main deliverables will be delivered by September 2005 when the next PADH
Task Force meeting will be held. The Project Manager assured the Task Force that these
deliverables would be ready before the next PADH Task Force meeting.
Ms. Tatur Ramamsamy, the delegate from Mauritius requested for clarification on what is
expected to be done by countries at national level particularly in regard to the development of
PADH guidelines.
Dr. Van de Guchte responded to the question noting that countries will be required to establish
the relevancy of the GPA PADH guidelines. He noted that it is not a priority to develop regional
annexes to the guidelines. He informed the meeting that the process of developing guidelines is a
continuous process. He noted that at national level, countries will be expected to find out whether
they can implement relevant parts of the guidelines. These guidelines are available from the GPA
website.
The Task Force considered and endorsed the WIO-LaB Project PADH work plan as presented by
the WIO-LaB Project Coordinating Unit. The approved workplan is presented in annex 6.
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CRITERIA AND PROCEDURES FOR THE SELECTION OF DEMONSTRATION
PROJECTS FOR THE UNEP-GEF WIO-LAB PROJECT
The Chairman, Mr. Ali Mohammed invited the Project Manager, Dr. Peter Scheren to present the
criteria and procedures for selection demonstration projects.
Dr. Scheren presented the procedure and criteria for selection of demonstration projects. He
informed the Task Force about procedures and criteria for invitation for proposals. He noted that
proposals for demonstration projects will submitted to the WIO-LaB Project Management Unit
through national Focal Points. The PMU will prepare a short list of proposals selected on the
basis of pre-defined criteria.
Dr. Scheren also briefed the PADH Task Force on the procedures that will be applied in detailing
of proposals, final selection and endorsement by the relevant regional Task Force (MWW and
PADH) and their final design including modalities for implementation, exchange of experience
and replicability in the region. The detailed procedures are presented in background document
UNEP/GEF/WIO-LaB/PADH.1/INF.6.
The Chairman, Mr. Ali Mohammed requested for clarification as to whether there were any fast
track demonstration for PADH. Dr. Van de Guchte clarified on this issue noting that several
PADH related demonstration projects have been identified through joint process in the region, but
no fast-track projects were yet decided upon.
Mr. Naidoo Ashley noted the need to create broad scale demonstration projects, particularly if
budget can allow the implementation of such projects. He noted that proposals for such
demonstration projects can be prepared if countries are informed about the ability of the Project to
support them.
Dr. Van de Guchte recommended development of small demonstration projects since the budget
of the project is limited. He noted that tourism and mariculture demonstration projects were
identified through the Africa process and countries of the regional need to establish whether these
are the main priority areas for the region. He noted that extra funding for demonstration projects
could be sought from other funding sources.
Mr. Waruinge noted that during the WIO-LaB Project implementation meeting that was held in
Mozambique under the auspices of the Nairobi Convention, countries noted that budget for
PADH is limited and recommended Tourism as a priority where demonstration projects could
come from. He brought to the attention of the Task Force about GEF funded project on tourism
that will be executed by UNIDO.
Mr. Shavhani requested clarification on the set time frame for the preparation and submission of
demonstration project proposals to the WIO-LaB Project Management Unit through the Focal
Points.
The Project Manager, Dr. Scheren noted that the invitation for demonstration project proposals
will be sent shortly after the meeting. He noted that by August 2005, the PMU would be expected
to have completed the review of submitted demonstration project proposals. He noted the
intention of the PMU to ensure that selected proposals are ready for review in the next PADH
Task Force meeting.
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The PADH Task Force considered and adopted the procedures and criteria for selection of
demonstration projects that were prepared by the WIO-LaB Project Management Unit
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ADMINISTRATIVE MATTERS RELATED TO THE WIO-LAB PADH TASK FORCE
The Chairman invited the Project Manager, Dr. Scheren to provide some information on the
above agenda item. Dr. Scheren informed the Task Force that the venue of the next PADH Task
Force meeting has not been set although the next meeting is scheduled to be held in August 2005.
Dr. Scheren also informed the meeting that the core group of experts invited to participate in the
inception meeting will be also invited for the next PADH Task Force meeting scheduled for
August 2005, unless otherwise advised by the National Focal Points.
On the selection of venue of the next meeting, the Task Force mandated the Project Management
Unit (PMU) to work on this matter and advise the members on the venue of the next meeting.
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ADOPTION OF THE MAIN RECOMMENDATION OF THE WIO-LAB PADH TASK
FORCE MEETING.
The Chairman invited the Rapporteur Ms. Daisy of Mauritius to present the recommendations to
the Task Force. The Rapporteur presented the ten recommendations to the PADH Task Force that
will be submitted to the Steering Committee for approval before implementation commences.
Member of the PADH Task Force endorsed and adopted the recommendations with amendments
and requested the same to be presented to the project Steering Committee. These
recommendations are presented as annex 7 of this report.
10 ANY OTHER BUSINESS
The Chairman introduced members of the PADH Task Force and requested members to raise any
other matter that they would like to discuss under this agenda item.
Mr. Flavien Joubert, the representative of Seychelles briefed the Task Force on the status of
implementation of recommendations of previous PADH related initiative implemented under the
auspices of the Nairobi Convention. Several activities on habitat rehabilitation, coral reef and
water quality monitoring have been undertaken in Seychelles. There have also been activities on
the development of set back strategies as well as sensitivity mapping. An environment planning
committee has been set and there is broad stakeholder involvement. He also reported that
involvement of schools and NGOs has been formalized through policy. There is a committee on
monitoring of the use of coastal resources and corals. However, there are limitations on
assessment due to limited expertise in Seychelles.
Mrs. Pamela Abuodha provided further clarification on PADH related activities that have been
implemented in Kenya.
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11 CLOSURE OF THE MEETING
The Chairman introduced the above agenda item and invited the Project Manager to make some
few closing remarks. Dr. Peter Scheren thanked the participants for their contribution and noted
that the WIO-LaB Project Management Unit looks forward in working very closely together in
the implementation of various PADH related activities.
The Chairman, Mr. Ali Mohammed thanked all participants for their active participation in the
first PADH Task Force meeting. He noted that participating countries looks forward to the
successful implementation of the project in the region. He urged members of the PADH Task
Force to ensure that the project implements the work plan as presented in the meeting.
There being no other business, the Chairman closed the meeting at 6 pm on Wednesday, 20th
April 2005.
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ANNEX 1 LIST OF PARTICIPANTS
Country Participant
COMOROS
Mr. Soulé Hamidou HAMADA
Chef de service réglementation et contrôle à la
Direction Nationale de l'environnement.
BP 883 Moroni
Comores
Tel : (269) 73 63 88
Mobile : (269) 33 13 38
E-mail : soulehamidou@yahoo.fr
Mr. Kassim HALIDI
Charge de la gestion des d hets municipaux
Commune de Mutsamudu
Tel (269) 71 03 36
Fax : (269) 710336
E-mail: mdossar@snpt.km
MADAGASCAR
Mr. Richard Noelson RAHARIJAONA
Coastal Erosion Expert
F.T.M.
Madagascar
Tel: (261) 22 22935
Home Tel: (261) 22 28270
Fax: (261) 20 22 25264
Email: ftm@dts.mg
MAURITIUS
Mrs. Daisy Ratna TATUR RAMASAMY
Ministry of Environment
3rd Floor, Ken Lee Tower, Barrack Street,
Port Louis, Mauritius
Tel: +230 212 4385 extension 210
Fax: +230 210 7109
E-mail address: dtatur@mail.gov.mu
SEYCHELLES
Mr Flavien JOUBERT
Acting Director for Pollution Prevention and
Control
Ministry of Environment and Natural
Resources
Botanic Gardens, Mont Fleuri, Mahe,
Seychelles
Tel: (248) 670500, (248) 722 890 (cell)
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Fax: (248) 610 648
E-mail: f.joubert@env.gov.sc
SOUTH AFRICA
Mr. Yazeed PETERSEN
Project Co-ordinator
International Ocean Institute
Botany Department, University of the Western C
Private Bag, x17, Bellville 7535, South Africa
Fax No. (021)959 1213;
International: 0927219591213
Tel No: (021) 959 3408;
International: 0927219593408
E-mail: ypetersen@uwc.ac.za
Mr. Ashley NAIDOO
Business Area Manager
Coastal Processes: Durban Environmentek
Council for Scientific and Industrial Research
(CSIR)
P.O Box 17001
Congella 4013
South Africa
Tel: 27-31-242 2300
Fax: 27 31-261 2509
Email:anaidoo@csir.co.za
TANZANIA
Dr. Alfonse DUBI
Institute of Marine Sciences (IMS)
University of Dar es Salaam
P. O. Box 668 ZANZIBAR
TANZANIA
Tel: 255 24-223 2128/223 0741
Fax: 255 24 223 3050
Email: adubi@ims.udsm.ac.tz
Mr. Jeremiah M. DAFFA
Tanzania Coastal Management Programme
(TCMP)
NEMC
P. O. Box 71686
Dar es Salaam
TANZANIA
Tel: 255 22-12666190
Fax: 255 22-266861
Email: jdaffa@epiq.or.tz
Dr. Christopher A MUHANDO
Institute of Marine Sciences
University of Dar es Salaam
P. O. Box 668 ZANZIBAR
TANZANIA
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Tel: 255 24-223 2128/223 0741
Fax: 255 24 223 3050
Email: muhando@ims.udsm.ac.tz
Dr. Rosemarie MWAIPOPO
Department of Sociology/Anthropology
University of Dar es Salaam
P.O. Box 35043
Dar es Salaam, Tanzania
Cell Phone:255 744-849458
Email: Ny_lila@yahoo.com
Sangau MELANIA
SEMO
National Environment Management Council
P.O. Box 63154
D'Salaam, Tanzania
Fax: 255 022 3124603
Tel. : 255 744 753179
Email : melania_sengeu@yahoo.com
Mr. Ruzika MUHETO
National Environment Management Council
P.O. Box 63154
D'Salaam, Tanzania
Fax No. 255 022 3124603
Tel. No. 255 022 21254256
Email: rmuheto@nemctz.org
Ms. Ritha SAIDI
National Environment Management Council
P.O. Box 63154
D'Salaam, Tanzania
Fax No. 255 022 2134603
Tel. No. 255 022 2134603/745 511 561
Email: rithaminja@yahoo.com
Mr. Lewis NZALI
National Environment Management Council
P.O. Box 63154
D'Salaam, Tanzania
Fax No. 255 022 2125256
Tel. No. 255 022 2134603/748 333 538
Email: imnzali5@hotmail.com
KENYA
Ms. Pamela A. ABUODHA
Kenya Marine and Fisheries Research
Institute
P. O. Box 81651
Mombasa 80100
Kenya
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Tel: 254 11 475 151/4
Fax: 254 11 475 157
Email: pabuodha@kmfri.co.ke
Ms. Salome MACHUA
National Environment Management Authority
(NEMA)
Kapiti Road, off Mombasa Road
P.O Box 67839-00200
City Square, Nairobi, Kenya
Tel: 254-020-605531
Email: salmach2002@yahoo.ca
OTHER PARTICIPANTS
Institution
Representative
Western Indian Ocean Marine Science Dr. Julius FRANCIS
Association (WIOMSA)
Executive Secretary
WIOMSA
P. O. Box 3298, Zanzibar
Tanzania
Tel: 255 24 22 33 472/22 34 597
Fax: 225 24 22 33 852
E-mail: julius@wiomsa.org
Secretary@wiomsa.org
UNEP
Mr. James LETEN
UNEP Regional Office for Africa
UNEP, UN Gigiri Complex
P. O. Box 30552
Nairobi, Kenya
Tel: 254 2 624576
E-mail: James.leten@unep.org
UNEP-GPA Coordination Office
Mr. Cees van de GUCHTE
Senior Programme Officer
UNEP/GPA Coordination Office, Netherlands
P.O. Box 16227, 2500 BE
The Hague, The Netherlands
Tel: + 31 70 311 4465
Fax: + 31 70 345 6640
E-mail: C.vandeguchte@unep.nl
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Institution
Representative
Division of Environmental
Mr. Dixon WARUINGE
Conventions (DEC/UNEP)
Programme Officer
Nairobi Convention, Regional Seas
Division of Environmental Conventions
UNEP, UN Gigiri Complex
P. O. Box 30552
Nairobi, Kenya
Tel: 254 2 622025
Fax: 254 2 624618
E-mail: dixon.waruinge@unep.org
UNEP-GEF WIO-LaB Project Office
Mr. Peter SCHEREN
Project Manager
UNEP-GEF WIO-LaB Project Office
UNEP, UN Gigiri Complex
P. O. Box 30552
Nairobi, Kenya
Tel: 254 2 622025
Fax: 254 2 624618
E-mail: perter.scheren@unep.org
Dr. Johnson U. KITHEKA
Project Officer
UNEP-GEF WIO-LaB Project Office
UNEP, UN Gigiri Complex
P. O. Box 30552
Nairobi, Kenya
Tel: 254 2 622025
Fax: 254 2 624618
E-mail: johnson.kitheka@unep.org
FOCAL POINTS OF THE NAIROBI CONVENTION
Country
National Focal Point
COMOROS
Ms. Fatouma Ali ABDALLAH
Chef de Service Gestion des Ressources
Naturelles/
Direction General de l'Environnement
Point Focal de la Convention de Nairobi
Tel: (269) 736388/730018
Moroni, Comoros
Fax: (269) 736849
E-mail: a_fatouma@hotmail.com;
alfa@snpt.km
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Country
National Focal Point
KENYA
Mr. Ali MOHAMED
Coordinator, Coastal and Marine Programme
Ministry of Environment and Natural
Resources
P. O. Box 67839
Nairobi, Kenya
Tel: 254-2 609013/27/79
Fax: 254 2 2727622
E-mail: biofish@africaonline.co.ke
MADAGASCAR Ms.
Chantal
ANDRIANARIVO
Chef de Cellule Recherche et Biodiversite
Association Nationale pour la Gestion des
Aires Protégés
BP 1424 Antananarivo 101
Republique de Madagascar
Tel: (261) 20 22415 38/54
Fax: (261) 20 22415 39
E-mail: val@angap.mg/val@dts.mg
SOUTH AFRICA
Mr. Shavhani MUKWEVHO
Deputy Director: Int'l Liaison
Department of Environmental Affairs &
Tourism
Private Bag X2, Rogge Bay, 8012 Cape Town,
South Africa
Tel: (27 21) 21 402 3551
Fax: (27 21) 421 5342
E-mail: SMukwevho@deat.gov.za
TANZANIA Dr.
Magnus
NGOILE
Director General
National Environment Management Council
(NEMC)
P. O. Box 63154/63207
Dar es Salaam, Tanzania
Tel: (255) 742 340049/22 213 34603
Fax: (255 22) 264 7056
E-mail:magnus@simbanet.net
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ANNEX 2 LIST OF DOCUMENTS DISTRIBUTED DURING THE MEETING
Working Documents
UNEP/GEF/WIOLAB/PADH.1/1 Provisional
agenda
UNEP/GEF/WIOLAB/PADH.1/2 Main Recommendations of the PADH meeting (prepared during
the meeting)
UNEP/GEF/WIOLAB/PADH.1/3 Terms of Reference of the UNEP-GEP WIO-LaB Project
(National and Regional) PADH Task Force
UNEP/GEF/WIOLAB/ PADH.1/4 UNEP-GPA Implementation of the GPA Partnership
Programme 2002 2006 in the East African Region as a
contribution to the Nairobi Convention and the Sub-Saharan
African Process under NEPAD-PADH Component.
UNEP/GEF/WIOLAB/PADH.1/5 Proposed Project Work Plan for the WIO-LaB PADH Task Force
UNEP/GEF/WIOLAB/ PADH.1/6 Procedures and criteria for selection of demonstration
projects for the UNEP-GEF WIO-LaB Project `addressing
Land Based Activities in the Western Indian Ocean'
UNEP/GEF/WIOLAB/PADH.1/7 Report of the PADH meeting (to be prepared after the meeting)
Information documents
UNEP/GEF/WIOLAB/PADH.1/INF.1 Provisional List of documents (this document).
UNEP/GEF/WIOLAB/PADH.1/INF.2 Provisional List of Participants.
UNEP/GEF/WIOLAB/PADH. 1/INF.3 UNEP/GEF WIO-LaB Project overall Workplan.
UNEP/GEF/WIOLAB/ PADH.1/INF.4 Recommendations of the Nairobi Convention Coastal erosion
Task Force.
UNEP/GEF/WIOLAB/ PADH.1/INF.5 Recommendations of the Regional Coastal Erosion Workshop
(27-29 Nov. 2002), Nairobi, Kenya.
UNEP/GEF/WIOLAB/ PADH.1/INF.6 Recommendations of the UNEP-GPA-WIOMSA PADH
Report.
UNEP/GEF/WIOLAB/ PADH.1/INF.7 Recommendations of the UNEP-GPA-WIOMSA PADH-GIS
Report.
UNEP/GEF/WIOLAB/ PADH.1/INF.8 Overview of hot-spots and pilot-demonstration projects as
identified during the African process.
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ANNEX 3 AGENDA
1. Opening of the meeting
1.1 Introduction of the UNEP-GEF WIO-LaB PADH Task Force members
1.2 Welcome addresses
-UNEP Nairobi Convention Secretariat
-UNEP-GEF WIO-LaB Project Manager
-UNEP-GPA Representative
2. Organization of the meeting
2.1 Election and designation of officers (Chairman, Vice Chairman and Rapporteur)
2.2 Organization of the meeting
3. Adoption of the Agenda
4. Context of the PADH Task Force
4.1 Outline of the UNEP-GEF WIO-LaB Project
4.2 UNEP-GPA implementation of the GPA Partnership Programme 2002 2006 in the
East African Region as a contribution to the Nairobi Convention and the Sub-Saharan
African Process under NEPAD-PADH Component
4.3 Recommendations of various PADH reports and group of experts meetings held
under the auspices of the Nairobi Convention.
5. Terms of Reference of the National and Regional WIO-LaB PADH Task Force/Committees.
6. Discussion and agreement on the WIO-LaB PADH Task Force Work Plan
7. Criteria and procedures for the selection of demonstration projects for the UNEP-GEF WIO-
LaB Project `addressing Land Based Activities in the Western Indian Ocean'
8. Administrative Matters related to the WIO-LaB PADH Task Force (Set date and place of the
next PADH Task Force meeting).
9. Adoption of the main recommendations of the WIO-LaB PADH Task Force Meeting
10. Any Other Business
11. Closure of the meeting
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ANNEX 4 TERMS OF REFERENCE OF THE REGIONAL PADH TASK FORCE
Background and Context
The WIO-LaB project focuses on addressing major land-based activities in the region and
represents a strong partnership between the EAF countries (Kenya, Tanzania, Mozambique,
South Africa, Madagascar, Seychelles, Comoros and Mauritius), the Norwegian government,
UNEP, and the GEF. The project is designed to serve as GPA demonstration project and aims to
achieve three major objectives:
(1) Reduce stress to the ecosystem by improving water and sediment quality;
(2) Strengthen regional legal basis for preventing land-based sources of pollution through
GPA; and
(3) Develop regional capacity and strengthen institutions for sustainable, less polluting
development.
The implementation of the WIO-LaB activities in the Western Indian Ocean (WIO) Region will
contribute to the realization of the UNEP-GPA commitments, which is in line with the approved
Strategic Action Programme (SAP) for the Region by the First Meeting of the Contracting Parties
to the Nairobi Convention in March 1997.
Rationale and Purpose
A Regional PADH Task Force will be established in order to facilitate the achievement of the
regional goals and objectives. The overall responsibility of the Regional Task Force for the
Physical Alterations and Destruction of Habitats (PADH) will include:
(1) to ensure effective implementation of activities defined in PADH component of the
project;
(2) co-ordination of the work of the National PADH Task Force / Coordination and
Implementation Mechanisms in each of the participating countries; and
(3) to provide a mechanism for exchange of information and experience of critical habitats
management activities, including overseeing the implementation of demonstration
projects in each country.
Membership
The Regional PADH Task Force of the UNEP-GEF WIO-LaB Project shall consist of the
nominated National PADH experts, together with one member of the Project Office and selected
regional experts. The members should represent the key priority sectors (e.g., tourism,
aquaculture, port and harbour development, mining) which have been identified as having most
significant impact on physical alterations and destruction of habitats. The membership of the Task
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Force shall be formally established at the first meeting of the Task Force, which shall elect a
Chairperson and a Vice-Chair from amongst its members. The Vice-Chair shall act as
Chairperson of meetings in the absence of the Chairperson.
The Chairperson of the Regional PADH Task Force will represent the Regional Task Force on the
WIO-LaB Project Steering Committee (PSC) as an observer.
The Regional PADH Task Force shall ensure effective co-ordination of the work and co-
operation among the National PADH Committees in participating countries, to ensure effective
implementation of activities defined in the PADH component of the project.
Regional PADH Task Force Terms of Reference
The Regional PADH Task Force shall:
a. Support National Coordination and Implementation Mechanisms for PADH responses;
b. Facilitate and promote incorporation of the PADH key sectoral principles into the
national legislation, and project/programme planning.
c. Provide guidance for the criteria, for the selection and implementation of demonstration
projects;
d. Identify, review and propose ways of strengthening regional/national public-private
partnerships in PADH;
e. Assist in fundraising for the implementation of various PADH related activities and/or
projects that will benefit the region and individual countries.
f. Supervise the implementation of selected demonstration projects for LBAs and pollutant
sources in participating countries;
g. Encourage each country to build a constituency for work on PADH among formal and
informal stakeholders, including governments, management authorities, private sector,
communities, and facilitating dialogue between collaborators such as WIOMSA, NGOs,
CBOs, and other Task Forces, in order to maximize synergies at all levels of work on
PADH;
h. Provide and facilitate access to technical advice across all levels of work on PADH,
including development of regional Guidelines on the Best Practice and Procedures for
PADH based on national experiences and lessons learnt;
i. Identify and review training needs related to the management of PADH for different
categories of stakeholders, including legislators, decision makers, private sector and
community groups, and propose appropriate training modules and programmes that need
to be developed within the auspices of the UNEP-GEF WIO-LaB Project;
j. Provide support in the development of relevant environmental education programmes and
public awareness information materials related to PADH in close collaboration with the
National PADH Coordination and Implementation Mechanisms;
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k. Review reports, data and information from the National Coordination and
Implementation Mechanisms on PADH and oversee the compilation of regional
syntheses regarding management needs and priorities, in particular those pertaining to
LBAs;
l. Review and recommend for adoption by the WIO-LaB Project Steering Committee, the
proposed PADH targets, workplans and timelines that may be included in the Strategic
Action Programme;
m. Evaluate the progress in implementation of the PADH component of the project, and
provide guidance for improvement when necessary; and;
n. Develop annual workplans and provide periodic progress reports to the WIO-LaB Project
Steering Committee
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ANNEX 5 TERMS OF REFERENCE FOR THE PADH TASK FORCE /
COORDINATION MECHANISMS AT THE NATIONAL LEVEL
Background and context
The role of the National PADH Task Force / Coordination and Implementation Mechanism is to
provide the national forum for the execution of tasks of the regional PADH Task Force. The exact
constituency of the Task Force / Mechanism may differ from country to country, and may where
appropriate build upon or integrated into existing systems.
The National PADH Task Force / Mechanism should represent members from the four priority
sectors (e.g., tourism, aquaculture, port and harbour, mining) that have been identified as the key
sectors having most significant impact on physical alterations and destruction of habitats. The
National PADH Task Force / Mechanism is a working group and its role is mainly of a technical
and scientific nature. The Task Force/ Mechanism will report to the National Focal Point in order
to allow co-ordination at the national level.
The National PADH Task Force / Mechanism will involve experts from various government and
non-government organizations and institutions. Members of the Task Force / Mechanism will
provide a wide spectrum of expertise and interests in diverse areas such as aquaculture, tourism,
shoreline change, pollution, socio-economics, ecology, environmental management, planning and
development, education and public awareness.
The roles and tasks of the National PADH Task Force / Mechanism will be as follows:
a. Facilitate and support the collection of data and information as may be required from
time to time by the Regional PADH Task Force or any other Task Force established
within the auspices of the UNEP-GEF WIO-LaB Project;
b. Facilitate and support, through the PADH Regional Task Force, the preparation and/or
review of regional reports and synthesis of data, information and research results
regarding the LBA's including the status of critical ecosystems in participating countries;
c. Facilitate and support the compilation of national status reports on Physical Alteration
and Destruction of Habitats and national LBA's and sources of pollution;
d. Facilitate and support the collection and review of information on various
projects/programmes addressing the physical alternation and destruction of habitats.
e. Facilitate and support the identification, prioritization, preparation and implementation of
pilot projects within the specific economic sectors of national significance for pre-
investment studies and actions that demonstrate alternative practices;
f. Facilitate and support the identification, review and strengthening of national public-
private partnerships in PADH and assist in fundraising for implementation of specific
PADH activities;
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g. Facilitate and support the review of existing national legislation pertaining to the PADH,
in particular with a view at identifying the weaknesses in the current legislature and/or
enforcement mechanisms that serve as barriers to sustainable management of LBA's and
offer suggestions for remedial actions;
h. Facilitate and support the identification of national training needs related to PADH for
different categories of stakeholders, including legislators, decision makers, private sector
and community groups, and propose priority training requirements for the country;
i. Facilitate and support the development of relevant environmental education programs to
sensitize communities on specific PADH issues and ways of controlling them, and;
j. Evaluate, at the national level, progress in implementation of the PADH component of
the project, and provide guidance for improvement when necessary.
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ANNEX 6 ACTIVITIES PLAN 2005-2008 OF THE PADH TASK FORCE
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ANNEX 7 RECOMMENDATIONS FROM THE 1ST WIO-LAB PHYSICAL ALTERATION
AND DESTRUCTION OF HABITATS (PADH) TASK FORCE MEETING
1. The PADH Task Force recommends the Project Steering Committee to endorse the amended
terms of reference for the Regional and National PADH mechanisms.
2. The PADH Task Force recommends the Project Steering Committee to endorse the workplan
for the PADH Task Force.
3. Each country representation should look into national mechanisms for the implementation and
coordination of activities related to PADH among formal and informal stakeholders at national
level.
4. The Task Force should review recommendations from earlier PADH meetings or initiatives
within the national context in order to further detail activities that could be implemented /
supported by the project.
5. The membership of the regional PADH Task Force should be made up of a core group of
representatives / experts nominated by governments, as well as invited experts and
representatives as need arises.
6. The preparation of demonstration project proposals should follow standard guidelines
prepared by the Project Management Unit in collaboration with GPA and should be subjected
to standard selection criteria.
7. Proponents should be encouraged to develop bankable project proposals which may attract
external funding.
8. Regional PADH Task Force members should review key principles for PADH management as
well as other available documents on the GPA website, within the light of local
implementability and applicability.
9. The Project Management Unit should prepare a format for reporting on national status with
regards to PADH management, in particular referring to recommendations on the review of
earlier PADH meetings or initiatives held within the auspices of the Nairobi Convention,
WIOMSA and GPA.
10. Regional Task Force representatives should be a member of the National framework /
structure for PADH.
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