About Us

About the FSCC

The Forest Sector Charter Council (Council) was established through the Forest Sector Charter. It is legally constituted as a section 21 Company. It consists of 19 members, 9 representing industry, 3 representing Government departments, 3 representing communities, 2 labour representatives and 2 members from skills and funding institutions. The Council is currently chaired by Ms Nelly Ndlovu.

Reporting

The Council reports to the;
Minister of the Department of Trade, Industry and Competition (dtic)
Minister of the Department of Forestry, Fisheries and the Environment.

Mandate

Encourage, support and facilitate the implementation of the Charter undertakings (targets and instruments),
Monitor and report on implementation of the Charter undertakings and
Inform stakeholders on the opportunities and benefits of the Charter
Monitor & report on B-BBEE in the forest sector

Vision

A transformed and sustainable Forest Sector fully compliant with the Forest Sector Code.

Mission

Support, promote, guide, facilitate and monitor transformation of the Forest Sector by securing stakeholders compliance with the requirements of the Forest Sector Code.

Values

Good governance; Transparency; Commitment to Service; People Centred, Dynamism, Respect for Integrity; Respect for confidentiality; Trust amongst and between stakeholders.