Policies / Policies from 2018

Policies from 2018

Policies with publication year 2018.

National Contingency Plan for Population Influx

Ministry of Disaster Management and Refugee Affairs

Rwanda2018National DevelopmentOther

The plan acknowledges the complexities accompanying the influx of population in a country. It points to influxes influenced by wars, social conflicts, and the various forms of natural calamities. It serves as a guideline for effective management of population influx and its accompanying issues to ensure the safety of both the host communities and migrating population.

National Contingency Plan for Storms

Ministry of Disaster Management and Refugee Affairs

Rwanda2018National DevelopmentOther

Prevention and mitigation of storms are regularly reviewed due to the ubiquitous nature of storms (heavy rains, winds, thunder, hailstones) in all districts of Rwanda. The contingency plan analyses past occurrences, as a tool to aid better preparedness levels and heightened response systems. It also seeks to further strengthen institutional forces and create a clear action plan for all stakeholders.

Strategic Plan for Gender and Family Promotion (2018-2024)

Ministry of Family Promotion and Gender

Rwanda2018National DevelopmentOther

This national plan for gender and family promotion leverages the experience garnered from the implementation of the first and second phases of the economic development and poverty reduction strategy (EDPRS). As the country transitions towards its new vision 2050, for attaining high-income status, the 6year strategic plan, being cross-cutting and multisectoral, seeks to facilitate the attainment of the national goals backed by a stable and harmonious family structure and gender-neutral and inclusive society. It pushes to achieve, among others: strengthened families, participation of women in governance, financial performance for women and girls, and effective management of child abuse and gender-based violence.

Rwanda National Action Plan (2018-2022) for the Implementation of the United Nations Security Council Resolutions 1325 (2000) and Subsequent Resolutions

Ministry of Family Promotion and Gender

Rwanda2018National DevelopmentOther

The Rwanda national action plan builds on the implementation experiences of the previous action plan of 2009-2012. It is aligned with other national, regional, and international instruments, laws, and ratifications geared towards gender equality and women empowerment. Meaningful contribution of women in governance and all institutions is the objective of this plan.

National Tree Reproductive Materials Strategy (2018-2024)

Ministry of Lands, Resettlement, and Environment

Rwanda2018Forestry And WildlifeOther

The national tree reproductive materials strategy aims to drive the supply of genetically adapted tree reproductive materials. This is in a bid to boost sustainable production and the establishment of forest plantations that can contribute towards the push for a green economy in Rwanda. It prioritises two strategic goals; goal 1 deals with production, promotion, processing, storage systems, and quality control of tree reproductive materials, while goal 2 pushes to leverage on research to ensure long-term sustainability.

Forest Sector Strategic Plan (2018-2024)

Ministry of Lands, Resettlement, and Environment

Rwanda2018Forestry And WildlifeOther

The plan highlights the government's directions charged towards achieving the medium to long term policy actions and objectives captured in the 2018 national forest policy. Its objectives range from promoting active private sector participation and investment to ensuring sustainable forest management through implementing integrated forest management plans.

LAW No 68/2018 OF 30/08/2018 DETERMINING OFFENCES AND PENALTIES IN GENERAL

Ministry of Public Service and Labour

Rwanda2018National DevelopmentOther

"The law provides for the general principles governing general offences and penalties in Rwanda. It governs, among other things, the degradation or destruction of property belonging to others; the destruction or degradation of trees, crops and agricultural implements; removal or displacement of geodetic signals or landmarks; Removal, displacement or degradation of the terminals; abuse, injure or kill pets. The law also makes provisions for all genocidal offences against humanity committed between October 1990 and December 1994".

LAW No 49/2018 OF 13/08/2018 DETERMINING THE USE AND MANAGEMENT OF WATER RESOURCES IN RWANDA

Ministry of Environment, Rwanda Environment Management Authority, Rwanda Water Resources Board

Rwanda2018UtilitiesOther

The law specifies the use and management of water resources in the country. It delineates water resources into natural (natural streams and rivers, lakes, wetlands, springs, and aquifers) and artificial waters(works done to store water, fluvial and lakeside harbours, and navigation channels). It contains provisions addressing; management and use of water, protection of water resources, flood and drought management, administrative sanctions, offences, and penalties, and other transitional provisions.

PRIME MINISTER�S ORDER No95/03 OF 17/07/2018 DETERMINING MISSION AND FUNCTIONS, ORGANISATIONAL STRUCTURE, SALARIES AND FRINGE BENEFITS FOR EMPLOYEES IN THE MINISTRY OF AGRICULTURE AND ANIMAL RESOURCES

Ministry of Agriculture and Animal Resources

Rwanda2018Agriculture And Rural DevelopmentPolicy

The ministerial order determines the mission, functions, organizational structure, salaries, and fringe benefits for employees in the ministry of agriculture and animal resources. The ministry's overall mission is to promote sustainable modern and competitive agriculture and livestock sector in Rwanda, to drive food security, export, and maximum contribution to the economy of the country.

Law Governing Radiation Protection

Ministry of Environment and Land

Rwanda2018Environment And Climate ChangeOther

The Law governs the use, management, and regulation of ionising radiations and related activities. This represents efforts at ensuring the protection of people, biodiversity and the environment from the negative effects of radiation exposure. The law applies to; the management of radioactive waste resulting from civilian applications, and the regulation of the use of ionising radiations, ranging from production, to use handling and management. It makes provisions for offences and penalties, licensing regime, inspection procedures, import and export of ionising radiation sources, surveillance, and regulations for radiation protection.

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