The lights in the forest

Article Abstract:

The future of 580,000 square miles of rain forest around the Congo River in central Africa is uncertain as political instability and rebel intrusions threaten these fragile ecosystems. The number of guards able to protect the forest and conservation reserves from local and foreign exploitation have dwindled because of lack of financial support from the African governments. Environmental protection of central Africa should be addressed at the international level.

Environmental aspects, Wildlife conservation, Revolutions, Sub-Saharan Africa, Central Africa

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Caught in the crossfire: Part II

Article Abstract:

The eastern part of the Democratic Republic of Congo (DR Congo) continues to be trashed periodically by bloody battles despite a national agreement for a power-sharing government. An account of the heroic efforts of a Congolese botanist who risked his life to protect the Okapi Reserve in the Ituri Forest during the civil war is presented.

International Affairs, Civil Conflict, Administration of Conservation Programs, Forest Conservation, Evaluation, Personal narratives, Civil war, Congolese history (Brazzaville)

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Final song for an unsung hero

Article Abstract:

Kenge, a Mbuti pygmy who lives in Congo's Ituri forest is profiled.

Biography, Pygmies, Kenge

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