South African Weather Services Apr 2026

: Managing the South African Air Quality Information System ( SAAQIS ) to track urban pollutants like particulate matter and ozone. Infrastructure and Technology

The South African Weather Service (SAWS) is the country's for weather and climate forecasting. Operating as a public entity under the Ministry of Environmental Affairs, it provides critical information to support public safety, socio-economic development, and national resilience to climate change. Core Mandate and Responsibilities South African Weather Services

: Maintaining the long-term national record of climatological and ambient air quality data. : Managing the South African Air Quality Information

: Delivering specialized meteorological services for the aviation and marine industries. Its primary duties include: To fulfill its mandate,

SAWS is legally mandated to provide "public good" services funded by the government, alongside paid-for commercial ventures. Its primary duties include:

To fulfill its mandate, SAWS operates a sophisticated nationwide network: Products and Services - WeatherSA Portal

: Issuing severe weather warnings to protect lives and property.