The National Environment Management Authority (NEMA):
This is the principal agency in Uganda with the mandate for
environmental management and protection. Within the context of the
mining sector, NEMA plays a crucial role in ensuring that all
mining activities are conducted in an environmentally friendly and
sustainable manner. A key function of NEMA is the review and
approval of Environmental Impact Assessments (EIAs), which are a
mandatory requirement for obtaining mining licenses for significant
mining projects. Mining companies are legally obligated to comply
with the provisions of the National Environment Act,
2019, and to strictly adhere to the environmental
protection standards established and enforced by NEMA.
