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Wildlife Conservation (Special Wildlife Investment Concession Areas) Regulations, 2021.

Country/Territory
United Republic of Tanzania
Document type
Regulation
Date
2021
Source
FAO, FAOLEX
Subject
Wild species & ecosystems
Keyword
Ecosystem preservation Protected area Biodiversity Business/industry/corporations Management/conservation Policy/planning Procedural matters Protection of habitats Royalties/fees Concession
Geographical area
Africa, Eastern Africa, Least Developed Countries
Abstract

Comprising 44 articles, these Regulations aim to govern the designation, management, and procurement of Special Wildlife Investment Concession Areas in game reserves and controlled areas. They outline procedures for application, approval, negotiation, and awarding of concessions, as well as the associated fees, transfers, cancellation, and other conditions. Article 5 addresses the criteria for designating concession areas, allowing the Minister to designate land upon the Board's recommendation, with requirements for a General Management Plan or Resource Management Zone Plan. Additionally, Article 6 mandates the Authority to conduct feasibility studies for viable solicited projects in Special Wildlife Investment Concession Areas.

Full text
English
Website
www.tawa.go.tz

References - Legislation

Implements

Wildlife Conservation Act.

Legislation | United Republic of Tanzania | 2013 (2022)

Keyword: Framework law, Capacity building, Ecosystem preservation, Education, Endangered species, Game, Hunting/capture, Protected area, Protection of environment, Protection of habitats, Protection of species, Research, Special fund, Sustainable development, Trade in species, Wetlands, Wild fauna, Wild flora, Biodiversity, Community management, Management/conservation, Institution, Liability/compensation

Source: FAO, FAOLEX