Ghana - 1952 - Forestry and Wildlife

Animals (Control of Importation) Act

Ghana, Ministry of Lands

The Act gives the minister in charge powers to prohibit the importation of animals suspected of harbouring diseases into the country. It also contains sections addressing: seizure of unlawfully imported animals, slaughtering, carcass disposal, indemnity and compensation, and associated fees.

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