The Ministry of Natural Resources and Tourism of the United Republic of Tanzania is legally mandated to oversee an estimated area of approximately 307,800 square kilometers, which is equivalent to 32.5% of the country's total land area. These areas include 21 national parks, the Ngorongoro Conservation Area, 29 game reserves, 23 game-controlled areas, and 38 Wildlife Management Areas (WMAs), of which 24 are approved while the rest are at various stages of approval. Additionally, there are three wetlands designated under the Ramsar Convention, 464 natural forest reserves, 25 environmental protection forest reserves, 24 government forest plantations, 14 bee reserves, 142 heritage sites, and 7 national museums.
In the implementation of the duties of the Ministry, employees will follow the ethical principles of the Public Service in their daily work. So, our foundation in providing the best service to customers is guided by the following behavior, conduct and values
The Ministry is responsible for
