The Environmental Clearance Certificate (ECC) is required to ensure the lawful continuation of sand mining operations at Erf 2383, located in the Katima District, Zambezi Region. The ECC serves as a mandatory compliance instrument under the Environmental Management Act, 2007 (Act No. 7 of 2007), confirming that the project adheres to national environmental regulations and enabling the proponent to carry out sand mining activities in accordance with approved environmental management measures.