National Environment Management Authority (NEMA)

"Ensuring Sustainable Development​"

News Updates

NEMA Engages with World Bank Delegates to Strengthen Uganda’s Environmental and Social Systems

June 5, 2025
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NEMA rallies communities in Kabale to join in tree planting.

June 2, 2025
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NEMA commits to collaborates closely with Lead Agencies in Bukedi for environmental conservation

May 28, 2025
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NEMA trains SOWU stakeholders practical knowledge on how to estimate greenhouse gas and air pollutant emmisions.

May 26, 2025
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NEMA through its Compliance Assistance Unit engaged stakeholders from the government ministries, departments, agencies and the private sector from Kampala industrial Park, Namave on initiatives that foster green development, circularity and pollution free production.

May 23, 2025
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The cost-benefit analysis for using single use plastics is not profitable to the government of Uganda - Barirega Akankwasah tells private sector actors.

May 20, 2025
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Dr. Barirega Akankwasah, the executive director of NEMA advised waste handlers to invest in value addition to waste.

April 28, 2025
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Dr. Barirega Akankwasah called upon cultural institutions to document and revive all traditional environment practices that are of value towards environmental conservation.

April 28, 2025
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9TH NEMA Board Takes Oath in a Grand Inauguration

April 5, 2025
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NEMA’s Executive Director Addresses Wetland Conversation in Kigezi Region

March 11, 2025
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Related Laws

The National Environment Management Authority (NEMA) operates under various laws and regulations aimed at promoting environmental conservation, sustainable development, and the protection of natural resources. Here are some of the key laws and regulations governing NEMA’s functions and activities in Uganda: 

 National Environment Act, Cap 181
 The Uganda Wildlife Act, 2019
 Mining Act, 2003
 Water Act Cap. 152
 The National Forestry and Tree Planting Act, 8/2003

 Physical Planning Amendment Act, 2020