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Ghana Meteorological Agency Act, 2004 (Act 682).

Country/Territory
Ghana
Document type
Legislation
Date
2004
Source
FAO, FAOLEX
Long title
An Act to provide for the establishment of a Ghana Meteorological Agency to replace the Meteorological Services Department and for related matters.
Subject
Agricultural & rural development, Water
Keyword
Institution Hazards Early warning system Sustainable use
Geographical area
Africa, North Atlantic, Western Africa
Abstract

This Act establishes the Ghana Meteorological Agency as a body corporate, defines its functions and powers, provides with respect to the administration of the Agency and provides with respect to various other matters regarding the Agency. The Agency shall, among other things, cooperate with the Environment Protection Agency and provide early warning on upcoming disasters and other information for the benefit of agriculture and water management.

Full text
English
Website
www.epa.gov.gh