The Uganda Wildlife Authority (UWA) was established in August 1996 by the Uganda Wildlife Statute, which merged the Uganda National Parks and the Game Department. It is governed by a Board of Trustees appointed by the Minister responsible for wildlife. UWA is in charge of management of 10 National Parks, 12 Wildlife Reserves, 14 Wildlife Sanctuaries and provides guidance for 5 Community Wildlife Areas.
\r\nThe objectives of the Uganda Wildlife Authority are: -
\r\nUganda Wildlife Authority
\r\nPlot 7 Kira Road
\r\nP.O Box 3530, Kamwokya
\r\nKampala, Uganda
\r\nTel: (+256) 414 35500, 312 35500
\r\nFax: +256 414 346291\r\nWebsite: www.ugandawildlife.org
\r\nTo see some of Uganda’s wildlife species click here\r\n