Board Message

The Board wishes to thank all those who contribute towards the success of the NFA as we work towards achieving “A sufficiently forested, ecologically stable, and economically prosperous Uganda”. The National Forestry Authority (NFA) was established under the National Forestry and Tree Planting Act 2001 as a Government parastatal responsible for managing 506 Central Forest Reserves. NFA operates under the Ministry of Water and Environment (MWE) and is governed by a Board of Directors appointed by the Minister. The Board is responsible, under the Act, for the proper management of the Authority’s funds. Section 71 of the Act mandates the Board to apply sound financial and commercial practices and ensure that revenue meets expenditure. The Board also takes responsibility for the general direction and supervision of the Authority, including:

• Review and approval of operating plans, budgets, reports, and audited financial statements of the Authority;
• Oversee the operations of the Authority;
• Provide guidance to the Executive Director and staff of the Authority;
• Establish and approve rules and procedures for appointment, termination, discipline, and terms and conditions of service of staff of the Authority.