Jurisdiction Government of Uganda | Headquarters Kampala | |
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Preceding Uganda Game and Fisheries Department Motto Conserving for Generations Minister responsible Andrew Seguya, Executive Director Parent department Wildlife Conservation Department | ||
The Uganda Wildlife Authority is one of the governing bodies that regulates wildlife conservation in Uganda. UWA is in charge of management of 10 National Parks, 12 Wildlife Reserves, 14 Wildlife Sanctuaries and provides guidance for 5 Community Wildlife Areas. It is governed by a Board of Trustees appointed by minister responsible for wildlife.
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Mission
UWA's mission is to conserve, economically develop and sustainably manage the wildlife and Protected Areas of Uganda in partnership with neighbouring communities and stakeholders for the benefit of the people of Uganda and the global community.
History
The UWA was established in August 1996 by the Uganda Wildlife Statute, which merged Uganda's National Parks and Game and Fisheries Departments.
References
Uganda Wildlife Authority Wikipedia(Text) CC BY-SA