Rwanda - 2013 - Forestry and Wildlife

Law Determining the Management and Utilization of Forests

Ministry of National Resources, Rwanda

The law applies to all forest types, all tree species, persons who process, possess and utilize forest products, and all issues related to sustainable management of forests and their resources. It clearly states that forests are owned by states, districts, and private persons. It subsequently categorises forests along the ownership lines. It sets out to highlight issues surrounding administrative sanctions, judicial policing, licenses, and forestry research and management.

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January 2022

The law applies to all forest types, all tree species, persons who process, possess and utilize forest products, and all issues related to sustainable management of forests and their resources. It clearly states that forests are owned by states, districts, and private persons. It subsequently categorises forests along the ownership lines. It sets out to highlight issues surrounding administrative sanctions, judicial policing, licenses, and forestry research and management.

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