Community Environmental Engagement
Promoting active collaboration between communities and environmental stakeholders to address shared environmental challenges.
Stewarding Our Natural Legacy
Welcome to the National Environment Agency. As custodians of The Gambia's environmental heritage, we stand at a critical juncture where sustainable development must harmonize with conservation." We are not just regulators; we are partners in progress. Through advanced GIS technology, rigorous laboratory analysis, and community-centered media outreach, we empower every sector of our economy to grow responsibly.
Our vision is clear: A Gambia where environmental stewardship fuels our economic engine, ensuring prosperity for generations to come
Our Mission & Vision
The principles that drive every initiative and decision at the National Environment Agency.
Our Mission
Our Mission To protect and manage The Gambia's environment through sustainable practices, environmental impact assessment, and the provision of critical environmental services to all stakeholders.
Our Vision
Our Vision A Gambia with a healthy, sustainable environment where economic development and environmental conservation are balanced for the benefit of present and future generations.
Our Mandate & Legal Authority.
The National Environment Agency was established under the National Environment Management Act (NEMA), 1994, as the principal body for coordinating environmental management in The Gambia.
1994
Year Established
6+
Multilateral Agreements
9+
Regulations Enforced
5
Regional Offices
Key Environmental Regulations
National Environment Management Act (NEMA), 1994
The principal legislation governing environmental protection, management, and policy coordination in The Gambia.
Read MorePlastic Bag Ban Regulation, 2015
Prohibits the manufacture, import, sale, and use of plastic bags in The Gambia to reduce plastic pollution.
Read MoreAnti-Littering Regulations
Enforces cleanliness in public spaces with fines for illegal dumping and littering activities in communities.
Read MoreHazardous Chemicals & Pesticides Regulations
Controls the registration, import, handling, storage, and disposal of dangerous chemicals and pesticide products.
Read MoreEnvironmental Quality Standards
Establishes permissible emission, effluent, and noise levels for industrial operations and development projects.
Read MoreEIA Regulations
Requires Environmental and Social Impact Assessments for all major development projects before approval and construction.
Read MoreOur Core Services
Delivering technical expertise and scientific monitoring to protect The Gambia's environment.
GIS Services
Comprehensive geospatial solutions and cartographic mapping for environmental management across all five administrative regions.
Learn MoreLab Analysis
Advanced chemical and environmental analysis to ensure air, water, and soil quality with ISO-compliant testing procedures.
Learn MoreMedia Center
Creative production for environmental awareness campaigns, educational materials, and community engagement programs.
Learn MoreCurrent Activities & Reports
Stay updated with our latest environmental assessments, monitoring data, and conservation projects.
ESIA Reports
Environmental and Social Impact Assessment reports for ongoing projects across all regions.
Learn MoreAir Quality Monitoring
Real-time air quality data and environmental monitoring across all five administrative regions.
Learn MoreGEF Projects
Global Environment Facility funded initiatives for conservation and sustainability in The Gambia.
Learn MoreProtected Areas & Heritage
Discover The Gambia's rich biodiversity through our national parks and nature reserves, managed and protected for future generations.
Abuko Nature Reserve
The Gambia's first designated protected area. Famous for its evergreen forest gallery and diverse wildlife, including monkeys, crocodiles, and over 270 bird species. A true jewel of conservation.
Primates
270+ Bird Species
Gallery Forest
Report an Environmental
Violation.
The NEA has a structured grievance mechanism for reporting environmental violations and complaints from the public. All reports are investigated and followed up by our inspectorate officers.
How It Works
Submit your report
Use our online E-Form, send an email to info@nea.gm, or call our hotline to lodge a complaint.
Acknowledgement
Our team will acknowledge receipt of your report within 48 hours and assign a case officer.
Investigation
Inspectorate officers will visit the site, gather evidence, and assess the violation.
Resolution & follow-up
Enforcement actions are taken, violators are sanctioned, and complainants are notified of the outcome.
Environmental Hotline
+220 4399422Our Projects
Projects are a key component of our Agency as most donor-funded support comes through strategic initiatives.
Gef Projects
The GEF’s governing structure is organized around an Assembly, Council, Secretariat, 18 implementing agencies, a Scientific and Technical Advisory Panel, and the Independent Evaluation Office
National Implementation Plan
A National Implementation Plan (NIP) is a strategic national framework that outlines how The Gambia will fulfill its obligations under international environmental conventions and agreements. The plan identifies environmental challenges, establishes national priorities, defines implementation strategies, and provides a roadmap for government institutions, development partners, private sector organizations, and communities to address environmental issues in a coordinated and sustainable manner.
Our Partners
Collaborating with government, international organizations, and domestic institutions.
