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Law No. 1/92 regulating mining and geological activities.

Country/Territory
Angola
Document type
Legislation
Date
1992
Source
FAO, FAOLEX
Subject
Mineral resources
Keyword
Basic legislation Minerals Classification/declassification Mining Environmental planning Policy/planning
Geographical area
Africa, Central Africa, Least Developed Countries, South Atlantic
Entry into force notes
This Law enters into force immediately.
Abstract

This Law, composed of 30 articles divided in five Chapters, regulates mining and geological activities. In particular, it applies to geologic studies, cartography, research, exploitation and commercialization of mineral resources. The Law provides a classification of mineral resources and related mineral reserves. Moreover, it regulates national control bodies and procedures over mining and other activities. Special attention is paid to environmental protection measures and licences for using explosives.

Full text
Portuguese

References - Legislation

Implemented by

Decree No. 23/95 on the Association between ENDIAMA, U.E.E. and IDAS RESOURCES for oil extracting and exploitation activities.

Legislation | Angola | 1995

Keyword: Institution, Exploration, Oil, Legal proceedings/administrative proceedings, Liability/compensation

Source: FAO, FAOLEX

Repealed by

Law No. 31/11 approving the Mining Code.

Legislation | Angola | 2011

Keyword: Basic legislation, Minerals, Classification/declassification, Mining, Environmental planning, Research, Exploration, Authorization/permit, Policy/planning

Source: FAO, FAOLEX