The key strategic priorities, in line with the vision and mission of the Department, over the medium term, comprise the following: . Protecting and enhancing environmental assets, natural and heritage resources; . Ensuring a sustainable and healthy environment; . Contributing to sustainable economic growth, livelihoods and social cohesion; . Providing leadership on climate change action; . Promoting skills development and employment creation through the facilitation of green and inclusive economic growth; and . Creating a better Africa and a better world by advancing national environmental interests through a global sustainable development agenda.