How to protect local communities' forest concessions?

Author: radiookapi.netPublished on: June 8, 2026Country: Democratic Republic of the Congo
Environment & Climate
How to protect local communities' forest concessions?

In the DRC, about 4,250 km² of active mining permits overlap with community forests in 7 provinces, threatening biodiversity. This mining expansion, driven by demand for minerals for electric vehicles and modern technologies, creates tensions between companies and communities. Faced with a legal vacuum and lack of coordination, experts like Professor Jonathan Muledi and Jonas Kiriko discuss protection strategies.

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