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Fish Protection Act 1975 (Chapter 36:02).

Country/Territory
Botswana
Document type
Legislation
Date
1975
Source
FAO, FAOLEX
Long title
An Act to provide for the more effectual regulation, control, protection and improvement of fish and fishing in Botswana.
Subject
Fisheries
Keyword
Basic legislation Inland fisheries Fishery management and conservation Fishing gear/fishing method Enforcement/compliance Offences/penalties
Geographical area
Africa, Landlocked Developing Nations, Southern Africa
Abstract

This Act consists of 8 sections: Short title (sect. 1); Interpretation (sect. 2); Regulations (sect. 3); Prohibition of use of explosive, poisonous or noxious substances (sect. 4); Exemptions (sect. 5); Powers of entry, seizure and arrest (sect. 6); Obstructing officers (sect. 7); Disposal of articles after conviction (sect. 8).

Full text
English
Website
www.laws.gov.bw

References - Legislation

Implemented by

Fish Protection Regulations (Chapter 36:02).

Legislation | Botswana | 2008 (2013)

Keyword: Inland fisheries, Fishery management and conservation, Fishing gear/fishing method, Non-commercial fishing, Offences/penalties, Fishing authorization, Authorization/permit

Source: FAO, FAOLEX

Fish Protection Regulations, 2016 (S.I. No. 16 of 2016).

Legislation | Botswana | 2015

Keyword: Inland fisheries, Fishery management and conservation, Fishing gear/fishing method, Fishing authorization, Seasons, Artisanal fishing, Non-commercial fishing, Offences/penalties, Authorization/permit, Fish products, International trade, Protected area

Source: FAO, FAOLEX

Repealed by

Wildlife Conservation and Parks (Amendment) Act, 2023 - Act No. 15 of 2023.

Legislation | Botswana | 2023

Keyword: Protection of species, Fishing area, Fishing authorization, Marine fisheries, Marine fishes, Marine protected areas, Inland fisheries, Fishery management and conservation, Authorization/permit, Hunting/capture, Protected area, Aquatic animals, Birds, Endangered species, Game, Hunting authorization/permit, Allocation/quota, Wild fauna

Source: FAO, FAOLEX