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Ministry of Tourism, Sports, Arts and Culture (MTSAC)

The Ministry of Tourism, Sports, Arts and Culture (MTSAC) sets policy for tourism development, environmental management and cultural heritage, while the LTDC is the promotion and facilitation arm for tourism investment.
For investors, this institutional pairing streamlines site identification, licensing guidance, and market development for eco‑lodges, adventure tourism, cultural attractions and events.
Environmental approvals (EIA) and cultural heritage considerations are integrated into project preparation.

Regulatory Framework – Scope and Coverage

MTEC’s scope covers: tourism policy and enterprise licensing frameworks; environmental management including environmental impact assessment (EIA) procedures; and cultural heritage protection. LTDC conducts investment promotion, site prospecting, and facilitation (permits, utilities and marketing coordination).

Regulatory Map: Who Does What

AreaPrimary Authority / InstrumentWhat it Means for Investors
Tourism enterprise licensingMTEC / local authoritiesOperating licences for accommodation, guiding, events.
Investment facilitationLTDCSite promotion, investor servicing and aftercare.
Environmental approvalsMTEC (Environment)/EIA processesEIA screening, scoping and approvals for developments.
Cultural heritageMTEC (Culture)Heritage site protection; approvals for activities on/near heritage assets.

Investor‑Facing Services and Processes

Service/ProcessStepsOutcome
Site identification and due diligenceLTDC prospecting list → field visits → feasibilityPreferred site(s) with constraints mapped
Tourism licensingApply with project design and safety/standards planLicence to operate accommodation/guiding/events
Environmental approvals (EIA)Screening → scoping → EIA → permit conditionsEnvironmental authorisation
Land/lease agreementsEngage land authorities/communities → secure leaseLand tenure documentation for financing

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