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11. In collaboration with related scientific research institutions, create a National Scientific Council for To achieve National Objective 3.1 National Scientific Council
Biodiversity (CCNB) that can assess the conservation status of species and control the possible for Biodiversity is created
international trade of the same. Create the Red List of Conservation in Angola (LVCA). and gives its opinion on
issues in which it is
requested. Red List of
endangered species in
Angola is updated.
12. Professionally train INBAC technicians in different domains of wild fauna and flora management. To achieve National Objective 9.1 Experts trained and
available.

13. In collaboration with IDF, license and monitor wildlife animal farms.. To achieve National Objective 2.5 Known and monitored
farms.
14. Reassess the current limits of the Cangandala, Quiçama, Iona, Mupa Parks, to mitigate the land use To achieve National Objective 2.1 National Parks limits
conflict with local communities and others with national parks. clearly visible and
respected.
15. In collaboration with the Provincial Governments, hold annual training and capacity building To achieve National Objective 9.1 Annual seminars are held
rounds on Biodiversity management for municipal, communal administrators and other local in all provinces and
administration staff. administrators trained in
the management of
Biodiversity.
16. To carry out an inventory of national wetlands and to identify those of an international nature in To achieve National Objective 5.2 Inventory of wetlands
accordance with the criteria of the RAMSAR Convention, from which the respective management carried out and
and rational use plans will emerge. management plans
established.
17. Prepare and pass a Law on the Use of Wetlands, Mountain Peaks and the Desert. To achieve National Objective 10 Specific wetlands law
passed.
18. Create a Technical Unit for Coordination and Monitoring the Implementation of NBSAP that will To achieve National Objective 11.2 The Technical Unit for
make annual balances on the State of Biodiversity in Angola through its Reports. Coordination and
Monitoring of the
Implementation of NBSAP
is created and makes
annual balances on the
State of Biodiversity in
Angola.

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19. In collaboration with the provincial governments, promote the regrouping of the populations that To achieve National Objective 1.4 Conservation Areas
are in the conservation areas outside these. without human inhabitants.
20. Prepare, approve and implement a Regulation on the import, export and transfer of animals. To achieve National Objective 10.2 Controlled entry, exit and
movement of animals.
21. Every two years, publish the National Biodiversity Report based on the implementation of the To achieve National Objective 11.2 State of Biodiversity in
NBSAP Objectives. Angola with information
available and published
regularly.
22. In collaboration with the Ministries of Education, Agriculture & Forestry, Science & Technology, To achieve National Objective 2.2 Biosphere Reserve created
Territory & Culture Administration and the respective provincial governments, launch the process and recognized by
of creating Biosphere Reserves in the Maiombe Forest and the Namibe Desert. UNESCO.
23. In collaboration with the Ministry of Fisheries and the Sea, create at least two Marine Conservation To achieve National Objective 2.3 Marine Conservation
Areas. Areas Created and in
operation.
24. In collaboration with the Provincial Government of Cabinda, propose the creation of a Biodiversity To achieve National Objective 2.2 Malongo Zone with a
reserve in the Malongo Region. Biodiversity Reserve
created

III.12. BIODIVERSITY ACTION PLAN FOR THE EDUCATION AND TEACHING SECTOR

NATIONAL OBJECTIVE TO SUCCESS

N.º ACTIONS TO BE DEVELOPED BY 2025 ACHIEVE INDICATORS in 2025
1. Include topics on Biodiversity in school subjects in general education. To achieve National Objective 4.2 General education subjects
with content on
Biodiversity.
2. Celebrate all environmental dates with activities related to the day: To achieve National Objective 4.1 Environmental dates
National Environment Day (31st. January), Wetland Days (2nd. February), African Environment regularly celebrated in
Day (3rd. March), World Tree or Forest Day (21st. March), World Water Day (22nd. March), schools, including related
World Earth Day (22nd. April), World Day of Migratory Birds (9th. &10th. May), World activities.
Biodiversity Day (22nd.May), World Environment Day (5th. June), International Day of Combat
Desertification (17th. June) etc...
3. In collaboration with the Ministries of Environment, Agriculture and Forestry, Science and To achieve National Objective 2.2 Biosphere Reserve created
Technology, Territory and Culture Administration and respective Provincial Governments, launch and recognized by
the process of creating Biosphere Reserves in Maiombe Forest and Namibe Desert. UNESCO.
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III.13. BIODIVERSITY ACTION PLAN FOR THE FOREST SECTOR

OBJECTIVE TO ACHIEVE SUCCESS
N.º ACTIONS TO BE DEVELOPED BY 2025 INDICATORS in 2025
Carry out an inventory of forests per province to assess their potential, predict trends and dynamics To achieve National Objective 1.2 Inventory and trends in
1. of the country's forest heritage. known Angolan Forests
As based on forest inventories, reinforce and monitor the criteria for issuing forest exploration To achieve National Objective 1.3 Criteria for issuing
2. licenses. reinforced and inspected
Forest Licenses.
Adopt incentives inherent to the inspection activity (Risk subsidy and/or co-payment in the amount To achieve National Objective 9.1 More motivated tax and
3. of fines). risk subsidies
contemplated.
To achieve National Objective 9.2 At least 1800 young
4. Fit and train young inspectors to strengthen forest inspection in a proportion of 10 inspectors per inspectors are trained and
municipality duly equipped, in accordance with international rules. formed.
Study the forest species most used in the production of charcoal and sticks for civil construction, to To achieve National Objective 3.3 Most well-known forest
5. predict the mechanisms of their replacement. species.
6. Revitalise all forest reserves in the country. To achieve National Objective 2.1 Revitalized forest reserves.
7. Re-assess or reinforce the penalties and fines charged to forestry offenders. To achieve National Objective 10.4 Reinforced fines and
sanctions.
8. Create nurseries to support forest restocking and urban afforestation in all provinces. To achieve National Objective 8.1 Plants available in all
provinces.
9. In collaboration with INBAC, license and monitor wildlife animal farms. To achieve National Objective 9.2 Livestock farms known
and monitored.
10. Study mechanisms to control the activity of the charcoal workers and the cutting of sticks in forests To achieve National Objective 1.3 Reduced and controlled
and savannas for various purposes (restricting activity by raising the rate and fines to offenders by coal activity with revenues
province). for the State.

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III.14. BIODIVERSITY ACTION PLAN FOR THE SCIENTIFIC RESEARCH SECTOR

ACTIONS TO BE DEVELOPED BY 2025 OBJECTIVE TO ACHIEVE SUCCESS INDICATORS
N.º in 2025
1- Train specialists in Biodiversity studies (flora and fauna taxonomy, species identification and To achieve National Objective 9.1 Biodiversity experts
Biodiversity assessment) for the internal labor market. available on the job market.
2- Promote themes related to Biodiversity for candidates for Master's and Doctoral thesis in Angola. To achieve National Objective 3.3 Basic information on
Biodiversity available for
related uses.
3- Promote annual scientific days where themes related to Angolan biodiversity are discussed. To achieve National Objective 1.2 More debates on
Biodiversity in society.
4- In collaboration with MINAMB, conduct and widely disseminate studies on terrestrial and coastal To achieve National Objective 3.4 Published reports,
habitats and ecosystems with high biological value, namely: improved knowledge and
a) – The Forest galleries in the Cuango valley, Luachimo and Cassai in Lunda Norte; prepared conservation
b) – The Tropical forests (in cabinda, Uíge and zaíre); programs.
c) - The African-montane forests in the provinces of Huambo, Benguela, Huíla and Kwanza Sul.
d) - The Miombos forests.
5- Mapping and zoning the ecological sensitivity of coastal and marine areas. To achieve National Objective 3.4 Reports produced and
known sensitive areas.
6- Study the ecological balance of Baia dos Tigres Ecosystem (case invasion of Seals). To achieve National Objective 1.3 Causes of over-population
of proven seals and
measures for their
reduction implemented.
7- Mobilize funds and conduct detailed studies on the current situation of endemic and/or endangered To achieve National Objective 3.4 Programs designed and
species, specifically: Manatee, sea turtles, Giant sable; Gorilla and Chimpanzee, distribution of financed, studies carried
avifauna (birds of prey). out and published.
8- In collaboration with MINAMB, participate in the National Scientific Committee for Biodiversity To achieve National Objective 3.1 Commission created and
that can provide advice on the status of fauna and flora species in Angola. (Give scientific advice in functional on the theme of
case of export of animals and plants from angola). Biodiversity Statutes in
Angola.
9. Conduct studies on species little known and/or documented in Angola, such as reptiles, batrachians, To achieve National Objective 3.4 More documents and
insects and microorganisms. information on Reptiles,
batraquios, insects are
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10. In collaboration with those of the Environment and the respective Provincial Governments, launch To achieve National Objective 2.2 Biosphere reserves created
the process of Creating Biosphere Reserves in the Maiombe Forest and the Namibe Desert.

III.15. BIODIVERSITY ACTION PLAN FOR THE TOURISM SECTOR

NATIONAL OBJECTIVE TO SUCCESS INDICATORS
N.º ACTIONS TO BE DEVELOPED BY 2025 ACHIEVE in 2025
1. Promote eco-tourism in National Parks and Natural Sites, designated as Wonders of Angola. To achieve National Objective 2.4 Eco-tourism is a reality in
National Parks and in the
Natural Wonder sites of
Angola.
2. To enforce the law on prior presentation of environmental licenses in sector projects. To achieve National Objective 1.3 Sector projects with
environmental licenses.

III.16. BIODIVERSITY ACTION PLAN FOR THE CULTURE SECTOR

OBJECTIVE TO ACHIEVE SUCCESS

N.º ACTIONS TO BE DEVELOPED BY 2025 INDICATORS in 2025
1. Prohibition of the exercise of the activity of artisans related to the use of pieces or parts of protected To achieve National Objective 1.3 Well-known and controlled
animals (leopard skins, elephant ivories etc...) craftsmen.
2. Survey the country's natural cultural heritage in ways that create the conditions for its conservation. To achieve National Objective 2.2 Cultural Heritage
identified and preserved.
3. In collaboration with Universities, do Ethnobotanical and Ethnozoological studies in Angola. To achieve National Objective 6.1 The uses and applications
of plants and animals in
our ethnic groups are well
known. Published reports.
4. In collaboration with universities, conduct studies to document the practices of local communities To achieve National Objective 3.4 Published Studies.
help in the conservation of biodiversity.
5. In collaboration with the Ministries of Education, Agriculture and Forestry, Science and Technology, To achieve National Objective 2.2 Biosphere reserves created.
Territory Administration, and the respective Provincial Governments, launch the process of Creating
Biosphere Reserves in the Maiombe Forest and the Namibe Desert.

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III.17. BIODIVERSITY ACTION PLAN FOR THE FAMILY SECTOR AND PROMOTION OF WOMEN
OBJECTIVE TO ACHIEVE SUCCESS
N.º ACTIONS TO BE DEVELOPED BY 2025 INDICATORS in 2025
1. Promote thematic on Biodiversity at the Rural Women Forum. To achieve National Objective 6.2 In the Rural Women
Forums, there are debates
on the theme of
Biodiversity.
2. Reinforce family stability in resolving domestic conflicts, less single women and separated couples. To achieve National Objective 1.3 Stable family protected
and conserved
biodiversity.

III.18. BIODIVERSITY ACTION PLAN FOR THE INDUSTRY SECTOR

OBJECTIVE TO ACHIEVE SUCCESS
N.º ACTIONS TO BE DEVELOPED BY 2025 INDICATORS in
2025
1. Reinforce compliance with the law in the prior presentation of environmental licenses in sector To achieve National Objective 1.1 Sector projects with
projects. environmental licenses.
2. Create Environment Department (eg Environment, Health and Safety) in industries. To achieve National Objective 1.3 Created and Functional
Departments.
3. Periodically evaluate the Safety parameters defined for the conservation of the To achieve National Objective 1.3 Audit reports are positive
Environment/Biodiversity. in relation to vestments.
4. Periodically monitor the state of Biodiversity at the industry perimeter. To achieve National Objective 1.3 Biodiversity/Environment
Monitoring Reports.

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III.19. BIODIVERSITY ACTION PLAN FOR THE PLANNING/FINANCE SECTOR

OBJECTIVE TO ACHIEVE SUCCESS
N.º ACTIONS TO BE DEVELOPED BY 2025 INDICATORS in 2025
1. Ensure that programs on Biodiversity/Environment of the different sectors of the State are funded in To achieve National Objective 7.1 Biodiversity with more
the PIPs of OGE. resources and projects
underway by the state
sectors.

III.20. BIODIVERSITY ACTION PLAN FOR THE BANKING AND BUSINESS SECTOR STATE & PRIVATE

ACTIONS TO BE DEVELOPED BY 2025 OBJECTIVE TO ACHIEVE SUCCESS

N.º INDICATORS in 2025
1. In public-private partnership, promote funded actions, with a view to the conservation of Biodiversity To achieve National Objective 7.2 Biodiversity-related
(Restoration of soils, forests, ecosystems and afforestation of cities ...). projects being executed
or completed
successfully..
2. Within the framework of social and public-private responsibility, Promote the financing of projects for To achieve National Objective 7.2 Funded and implemented
the conservation of emblematic species (Palanca Negra, Gorilas, Manatim, Zebras, Pacaça etc.). projects.
3. Assist Angola (Ministry of the Environment) to organize national, international or regional events on To achieve National Objective 7.2 Events and meetings
Biodiversity or Environment in general. accomplished.
3. Participate in the preparation of brochures, books, pamphlets and leaflets on Biodiversity and carry out To achieve National Objective 1.3 Brochures, books,
dissemination actions. pamphlets published.

III.21. BIODIVERSITY ACTION PLAN FOR THE FOREIGN AFFAIRS AND INTERNATIONAL COOPERATION SECTOR
CORRESPONDING SUCCESS
N.º ACTIONS TO BE DEVELOPED BY 2025 NATIONAL OBJECTIVE INDICATORS in 2025
1. Ensure the Monitoring of International Agreements on Biodiversity through participation in meetings To achieve National Objective 5.1 Implemented
and Conferences of the Parties. Agreements and
Conventions. Published
reports.
2. Identify potential partnership opportunities in the field of Biodiversity Conservation. To achieve National Objective 7.2 Partnerships mobilized
and implemented.

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III.22. BIODIVERSITY ACTION PLAN FOR THE GOVERNMENTS OF THE PROVINCES

NATIONAL SUCCESS INDICATORS in 2025

N.º PROVINCES ACTIONS TO BE DEVELOPED UNTIL 2025 OBJECTIVE TO
ACHIEVE
Measures to progressively eliminate the sale of game meat and dead wild To achieve National Slaughtered wild animals that are
1. Bengo animals along the Estrada Caxito – Uíge. Objective 1.3 sold along the road are not visible.
Register the restaurants that sell game meat and demand the payment of To achieve National Trade in controlled game meat.
marketing licenses for this product. Objective 1.3
Sensitise local populations to observe a pause of at least six months in To achieve National Increased animal population.
subsistence hunting. Objective 1.3
Conserving the local landscape, large trees, etc., within the scope of the To achieve National Cities grow and the natural
urbanization of the City of Caxito and others. Objective 1.3 landscape is maintained.
Revitalise Coutada de Ambriz, through signs and hunting prohibition to restore To achieve National Revitalized Coutada with more wild
the animal population. Objective 2.1 animals.
In collaboration with INBAC-MINAMB, Identify a Potential Area for the To achieve National Created elephant reserves known to
Elephant Reserve, to minimise the conflict between elephants and men in Objective 2.2 all.
Dembos.
Create the conditions to plant and care for 100,000 trees in the provincial To achieve National More wooded cities and towns with
villages. ObjectiveS 8.1 & 8.2 more biodiversity.
Identify and signal the sites of greatest human-animal conflict through signs To achieve National Sites of greatest conflict between
with the words: "attention elephants, crocodiles, hippos, bushpig, etc..." Objective 1.3 man and animal, signaled and
known.
Create and appoint the employees of the Provincial Directorate for the To achieve National Environment detached and
Environment (See proposal in Figure 2). Objective 9.2 functional.
Conduct Biodiversity studies of indoor wetlands and associated river basins. To achieve National Wetlands in the Province with
Objective 3.4 scientific information available.
Assess the rates of de-forestation and erosion or ravines in the Province. To achieve National De-forestation and erosion rates in
Objectives 2.2 & 3.1 the province known.
Study the traditional ecosystem management systems. To achieve National Information available on traditional
Objective 6.1 ecosystem management in the
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Study the current state and trends of exotic and invasive species. To achieve National The current state and trends of
Objective 3.2 exotic and invasive species are
known.
Identify areas to protect the forms to be included in the conservation areas To achieve National Province with new areas to protect.
ecosystems not yet protected. Objective 2.2
.Ensure that holders of Exploration Concessions (of inert, forestry, mining and To achieve National Exploration concessions with
fishing) are required to prepare and implement environmental management Objectives 1.1; 1.2 & 4.2 management and mitigation plans.
plans in order to mitigate impacts and rehabilitate affected areas.
Create the conditions to plant and care for 500 thousand trees in forest polygons, To achieve National Abandoned Exploration Zones are
2. Benguela in the streets, in green spaces of cities and towns. Objectives 8.1 & 8.2 rehabilitated.
Rehabilitate the Caponte mangroves in the city of Lobito. To achieve National Mass return of flamingos and other
Objectives 8..2 migratory birds.
Revitalize the buffalo reserve. To achieve National Reserve with the presence of
Objectives 1.3 animals and management
conditions created.
Identify and signal the sites of greatest human-animal conflict through signs To achieve National Sites of greatest conflict between
with the words: "attention elephants, crocodiles, hippos, bushpig, etc..." Objectives 1.3 man and animal, signaled and
known.
Create and appoint the employees of the Provincial Directorate for Environment To achieve National Provincial Directorate for the
(See proposal in Figure 2). Objective 9.2 Environment detached and
Functional.
Conduct Biodiversity studies of inland wetlands and associated river basins. To achieve National Wetlands in the Province with
Objectives 3.4 scientific information available.
Assess the rates of deforestation and erosion in the Province. To achieve National Deforestation and erosion rates in
Objectives 2.2 & 3.1 the province known.
Study the traditional ecosystem management systems. To achieve National Information available on traditional
Objective 6.1 ecosystem management in the
province.
Ensure that holders of Exploration Concessions (inert, forestry, mining and To achieve National Exploration concessions with
fishing) are required to prepare and implement environmental management Objectives 1.1; 1.2 & 4.2 management and mitigation plans.
plans in order to mitigate impacts and rehabilitate affected areas. Abandoned Exploration Zones are
rehabilitated.
Create the conditions to plant and care for 500 thousand trees in the forest To achieve National More wooded cities and towns with
3. Bié polygons and in the streets, avenues and green spaces of cities and towns. Objectives 8.1 & 8.2 more biodiversity.

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Identify and signal the sites of greatest human-animal conflict through signs To achieve National Sites of greatest conflict between
with the words: "attention elephants, crocodiles, hippos, bushpig, etc..." Objectives 1.3 man and animal, signaled and
known.
Create and appoint the employees of the Provincial Directorate for the To achieve National Provincial Directorate for
Environment.(See proposal in Figure 2). Objective 9.2 Environment detached and
Functional.
Conduct Biodiversity studies of inland wetlands and associated river basins. To achieve National Wetlands in the Province with
Objective 3.4 scientific information available.
Evaluate the rates of de-forestation and erosion in the Province. To achieve National De-forestation and erosion rates in
Objectives 2.2 & 3.1 the province known.
Study the traditional ecosystem management systems. To achieve National Information available on traditional
Objective 6.1 ecosystem management in the
province.
Identify areas to protect forms to include in the network ecosystem conservation To achieve National Province with new areas to protect.
areas not protected. Objective 2.2
Ensure that holders of Exploration Concessions (inert, forest, mining and To achieve National Exploration concessions with
fishing) are required to prepare and implement environmental management Objectives 1.1; 1.2 & 4.2 management and mitigation plans.
plans in order to mitigate impacts and rehabilitate affected areas. Abandoned Exploration Zones are
rehabilitated.
Sensitise local communities to protect Mayombe's fauna and flora (Gorillas and To achieve National Animal population grows.
4 Cabinda Chimpanzee, etc...) Objective 4.1
Maintain the mangroves of Chiluango River for the circulation of fresh and salt To achieve National Foz do Chiluango mangroves looks
water, for the survival of the mangroves. Objective 1.3 good.
Create the conditions to plant and care for 100 thousand trees or revitalize the To achieve National Cities and wooded towns with more
green spaces of cities and towns. Objectives 8.1 & 8.2 biodiversity.
Monitor logging and aggregates activities in the Mayombe forest. To achieve National Extraction activities in Mayombe
Objective 1.3 are controlled.
Rehabilitate abandoned inert extraction areas. To achieve National Inert extraction areas rehabilitated.
Objective 1.3
Identify and signal the sites of greatest human-animal conflict through signs To achieve National Sites of greatest conflict between
with the words: "attention elephants, crocodiles, hippos, bushpig, etc..." Objective 1.3 man and animal, signaled and
known.
Create and appoint the employees of the Provincial Directorate for Environment. To achieve National Provincial Directorate for
(See proposal in figure 2) Objective 9.2 Environment detached and
Functional.
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