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Decree No. 44.531 on Forestry Resources.

Country/Territory
Angola
Document type
Legislation
Date
1962
Source
FAO, FAOLEX
Subject
Forestry
Keyword
Basic legislation Forest management/forest conservation Forest service/forest officers Forestry protection measures Classification/declassification Protection forest Offences/penalties Policy/planning Authorization/permit Planting material/seeds
Geographical area
Africa, Central Africa, Least Developed Countries, South Atlantic
Entry into force notes
This Decree enters into force 30 days after its publication.
Abstract

This Decree, composed of 193 articles, regulates forest resources in Angola. It provides a classification of forest resources and defines all basic legislation applicable to forest resources management and conservation. Special attention is paid to forest reserves. Moreover, the Decree regulates forest production and forestry planning, including land related issues and nature protection. Furthermore, the Decree rules on forest research activities and licences on production, processing and trade. The concession regime is also regulated. Finally, the Decree rules on forest control measures, as well as on applicable sanctions and penalties.

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References - Legislation

Implemented by

Executive Decree No. 26/99 on sanctions for illegal forestry activities.

Legislation | Angola | 1999

Keyword: Court/tribunal, Offences/penalties, Forestry protection measures, Transport/storage, Forest management/forest conservation

Source: FAO, FAOLEX

Repealed by

Law No. 6/17 on Forest and Wildlife Basic Legislation.

Legislation | Angola | 2017

Keyword: Right to food, Food security, Human rights, Framework law, Afforestation/reforestation, Concession, Protected area, Inspection, Authorization/permit, Community management, Sustainable use, Sustainable development, Biodiversity, Forest management/forest conservation, Hunting/capture, Hunting authorization/permit, Hunting gear/hunting methods, Traditional rights/customary rights, Trade in species

Source: FAO, FAOLEX