AFRICAN CONVENTION ON THE CONSERVATION OF NATURE AND NATURAL RESOURCES — Rwanda law | Esheria

AFRICAN CONVENTION ON THE CONSERVATION OF NATURE AND NATURAL RESOURCES

The contracting states establish the African Convention on the Conservation of Nature and Natural Resources.

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Jurisdiction
Rwanda
Instrument
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Status
In force
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Language
mul
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The contracting states establish the African Convention on the Conservation of Nature and Natural Resources. The Contracting States must adopt measures to conserve, use, and develop soil, water, flora, and fauna according to scientific principles and the best interests of the people. This article defines key terms used in the Convention, including natural resources, specimen, trophy, conservation area, strict nature reserve, national park, and special reserve. Contracting States must protect and improve soil, fight erosion and misuse, and set land-use plans based on scientific investigation. Contracting States must make water conservation and management policies, try to ensure adequate water supply, and coordinate on shared water resources.