About the
National Environment Agency.
Protecting The Gambia's environment through sustainable practices and environmental stewardship
Stewarding The Gambia's
Natural Heritage.
Our History
The National Environment Agency (NEA) was established as the environmental management authority in The Gambia. Since its formation, NEA has been committed to implementing environmental policies, coordinating environmental impact assessments, and promoting sustainable development across all sectors of the economy.
Our mandate covers environmental protection, natural resource management, and coordination of donor-funded environmental projects that support national development goals.
Gambia’s Principal Body for Environmental Protection.
Established under the National Environment Management Act (NEMA) 1994, the NEA formulates policy, enforces environmental standards, and directs national sustainability initiatives.
Established
1994
Over 3 decades of environmental governance & policy leadership in The Gambia.
Legal Authority
EIA licenses, environmental quality monitoring, chemical controls & pollution enforcement.
5 Regional Offices
Nationwide operational reach with 3 core directorates & regional headquarters across The Gambia.
Key Regulatory Functions
Policy & Standard Setting
Coordinate environmental policies & regulations with the Environment Management Council.
EIA & Environmental Audits
Review, approve, and monitor Environmental Impact Assessments for major national projects.
Chemical & Waste Management
Control and register hazardous chemicals, pesticides, persistent organic pollutants, and waste.
Polluter Pays Enforcement
Enforce legal compliance and hold polluters accountable for environmental remediation.
Need Access to Official Legal Acts & Regulations?
Explore NEMA 1994, EIA Regulations 2014, Hazardous Chemicals Regulations, and agency reports.
Our Core Departments
Operational units driving technical excellence and policy enforcement across the agency.
Office of the Executive Director
Strategic leadership, policy coordination, and institutional governance at the apex of NEA's command structure. OED sets the agency's policy agenda, coordinates cross-directorate alignment with national priorities, and serves as the principal interface between NEA and the office of the president
Technical Services Network
Providing scientific backbone and technical expertise through laboratory analysis, environmental monitoring, environmental impact assessments(EIA) and enforcing compliance regulations.
Intersectoral Services Network
Coordinating policy integration across sectors, managing Geographical Information System (GIS) and media
Admin and finance
Driving operational excellence through human resource management, and robust financial planning for the agency.
Organizational Structure
The institutional command and administrative structure of the National Environment Agency (NEA) of The Gambia, from Executive Leadership down through the core Directorates.
Regional Offices
NEA operates across all five administrative regions of The Gambia, ensuring local oversight and community engagement.
West Coast Region
Covers the western coastal belt and peri-urban jurisdictions.
Lower River Region
Responsible for agricultural landscapes and riverine management.
Central River Region
Monitors inland ecosystems and community programmes.
Upper River Region
Focus on cross-border conservation and upland communities.
North Bank Region
Supports northern floodplain management and small-scale fisheries oversight.