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HOT TOPICS
05 | EXECUTIVE COMMITTEE FEEDBACK REPORT
As AMIE we are committed to keeping our members informed about all AMIE activities and strategic directions. Members can view our comprehensive summary of the key topics discussed and decisions taken during our recent executive meeting. The report is available under “Documents” on the membership dashboard.
06 | SOUTH AFRICA’S SAUDI ARABIA VIRTUAL OUTWARD SELLING MISSION:
AMIE attended the South Africa- Saudi Arabia Virtual Outward Selling Mission on 22 August 2024.
Two key themes were discussed:
• Saudi Arabia meat market opportunities and market access requirements.
• South Africa’s meat export value proposition and industry capabilities.
Presentations made by the Department of Agriculture Land Reform and Rural Development (DALRRD) and the Red Meat Abattoirs Association (RMAA) gave an overview of the Saudi Arabia market, challenges faced by the industry and government and, requirements for the exportation of red meat product.
South Africa - Saudi Arabia Export Opportunity Information Sharing - presented by Dr Bothle Modisane. (Click here to view the presentation)
The Export Requirements to New Markets a Collaborative Effort - presented by Dr Gerhard Neethling. (Click here to view the presentation)
07 | ECERT MATTERS:
IMPORTANT: Make sure you are taking part in the User Acceptance Testing (UAT). The industry must test the system for efficiency, ease of use, and possible bugs that need to be fixed.
Steps to Applying for a Plant or Animal Permit Application on UAT: 1. Use the eCert Getting Started User Guide for assistance. 2.Register as a system User: HERE
3. Activate Profile via email sent from registration.
4.Register an Importer Business: HERE 5.Apply for your import permit: HERE
Import Plant General User Guide
Import Animal General User Guide
For any assistance or feedback please contact eCert by sending an email to support@ecert.co.za or contacting their Support Line: (0)31 950 6795).
TAKE NOTE: We count on members to send feedback on their experience of the system concerning functionality and user-friendliness to support@ecert.co.za.
Estimated pilot release dates for the import control permit application system:
Plant Health Import Office – e-cert planned to go live on 01 August 2024 Veterinary Import Permit Office – e-cert planned to go live on 01 October 2024.
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