The Marine Parks and Reserves Authority (MPRA) - Tanzania

The Marine Parks and Reserves Authority (MPRA) - Tanzania

Partner's Location: 
The Marine Parks and Reserves Unit was established under the Marine Parks and Reserves (MPRU) Act 29 of 1994. The MPRU is Managed by the Board of Trustees whose role among other things is to oversee management of marine parks and reserves operating under auspice of MPRU, formulating policies on Marine Protected Areas (MPAs) and related facilities, and advise the responsible Minister (currently the Minister Of Agriculture, Livestock and Fisheries) on approval, revision and amendment of general management plan of any Marine Parks including other legislative matters pertaining to the conservation and Management of Coastal and Marine resources.
 
OUR VISION
 
Marine Protected Areas (MPAs) in Tanzania become the joy and pride for all.
 
OUR MISSION
 
To establish and manage Tanzania’s marine protected areas for sustainable use.
 
OUR MOTTO
 
Let us share the gift of nature together
 
CORE VALUES
 
Marine and Coastal resources are conserved for sustainable development.
Communities are involved and participate fully in the management (conservation and sustainable utilization) of marine and coastal resources.
Management of MPAs and delivery of high quality services from them is carried out efficiently.
Contact details: 
Box 7565 , Upanga Area,
Olympio Street
Tel: +255(0) 22 2150 621