Law No. 17/2023 establishing the basic principles and standards on the protection, conservation and use of forestry resources.

Subject

Forestry, Wild species & ecosystems

Keyword

Framework law Afforestation/reforestation Concession Protected area Inspection Authorization/permit Community management EIA Forest management/forest conservation Gender Basic legislation Hunting/capture Hunting authorization/permit Hunting gear/hunting methods Offences/penalties Wild fauna

Geographical area

Africa, Eastern Africa, Indian Ocean, Least Developed Countries

Entry into force notes

This Law enters into force 180 days after its publication.

Abstract

This Law applies to natural and legal persons, as well as local communities, in the exercise of any activities relating to the creation, protection, conservation, valorization, access, exploitation, transport, processing, commercialization and supervision of existing forest heritage throughout National territory. This Law has the following objectives: a) ensure the conservation, creation and management of forestry heritage, aiming to improve the country's resilience to climate change; b) guarantee the sustainable use of forestry heritage; c) value local knowledge and sociocultural relationships existing in communities; d) ensure good governance of forestry assets; e) contribute to increasing competitiveness and adding value to the local and national economy; f) guarantee the participation of citizens and local communities in the good governance of forestry heritage; g) ensure access and equitable sharing of benefits associated with the conservation, exploration and use of forestry heritage; h) promote applied forestry research, aimed at biodiversity conservation, valorization, management and sustainable forest management. It also aims at the inclusion of women, recognizing their role in the management, conservation and use of forestry heritage and the need for their effective participation in the decision-making process.

Full text

Portuguese

Website

www.legis-palop.org

References - Legislation

Repeals

Law No. 10/99 on Forest and Wildlife Act.

Legislation | Mozambique | 1999

Keyword: Framework law, Afforestation/reforestation, Concession, Protected area, Inspection, Authorization/permit, Community management, EIA, Forest management/forest conservation, Basic legislation, Hunting/capture, Hunting authorization/permit, Hunting gear/hunting methods, Offences/penalties, Wild fauna

Source: FAO, FAOLEX