The National Environment Act, 2019 defines wetlands as areas permanently or seasonally flooded by water, with plants and animals specifically adapted to this environment.
Wetlands are usually located in upland valleys or transitional areas between dry lands and water bodies1 and are characterized by temporary or permanent waterlogged grasslands, swamps,
marsh, bogs, papyrus, grassy fens, and fertile loodplains.
National Environment Management Authority(NEMA)
- Plot 17/19/21 Jinja Road, NEMA House, Kampala
- 0414-425-068, 0414-255-695, 0414-251-068
NEMA
National Environment Management Authority
“Ensuring Sustainable Development”