Wetlands conservation and management in southern Africa : challenges and opportunities. Summary of the SADC wetlands conservation survey reports

The document presents the results of a survey and proposes a generic programme of action for wetlands conservation which could be adapted for implementation in SADC member states. It gives an overview of wetland types in southern Africa, highlighting key characteristics and important attributes. It further reviews the many functions and values attributed to wetlands of the region, focusing on those which are of particular importance by highlighting the threats and issues of concern facing wetland environments