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Law No. 6/02 on Water use.

Country/Territory
Angola
Document type
Legislation
Date
2002
Source
FAO, FAOLEX
Subject
Water
Keyword
Framework law Basic legislation Water conservation zone Water quality standards Water rights Water supply Inland waters Groundwater Water users' associations Offences/penalties Right to water Human rights
Geographical area
Africa, Central Africa, Least Developed Countries, South Atlantic
Entry into force notes
This Law enters into force on the date of its publication.
Abstract

This Law, composed of 80 articles and one Annex, defines general principles of the legal regime applicable to water use, including inland waters and groundwater. The Law rules on water property, general principles of water management, water resources register, and water use planning and institutional organization (including water users’ associations) and the Water Resources National Fund. Moreover, the Law defines the legal regime applicable to water uses and related rights. Furthermore, it regulates licensing and concession procedures, as well as applicable taxes and tariffs. Finally, the Law provides water protection measures, with special regards to potable water and applicable sanctions.

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