Water Catchment Forum

For the first time in history, False Bay dried out completely during the drought that we experienced in our area. False Bay, the northern basin of Lake St. Lucia is an intricate wetland and eco-system within the Isimangaliso Wetland Park World Natural Heritage Site.



The lake has experienced droughts before, but this time the factor that tipped the scales against the lake sustaining it's water, was that no water reached the lake from the rivers as the small amount available was all used upstream. Fortunately, the lake is full again because the river mouth opened, letting in sea water.

Thanks to Suni-Ridge's efforts, the St. Lucia Water Catchment Management Forum has been established together with DWAF, and includes participants from all sectors including conservation, agriculture, business, Urban and Rural representatives. Rob Cuthbertson is currently the Chairman.