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Hydrographic Act, 2019 (Act No. 35 of 2019)

2. Objects of Act

 

The objects of this Act are to—

 

(a) provide for the establishment of the Hydrographic Office;

 

(b) provide for the safety of navigation in the exclusive economic zone and the internal waters of the Republic;

 

(c) ensure that hydrographic surveying is done in accordance with the requirements of internationally accepted specifications and standards;

 

(d) provide for the appointment of the Hydrographer; and

 

(e) provide for the powers and duties of the Hydrographer.