CAFI Launches Call for Expressions of Interest for Scaling Up its Payment for Environmental Services Programme
The Central African Forest Initiative (CAFI) is pleased to announce the launch of its Call for Expressions of Interest (EOI) for the selection of implementing organizations to scale up CAFI’s Payment for Environmental Services (PES) Programme in the Democratic Republic of Congo, the Republic of Congo, and the Central African Republic.
This regional programme aims to transform rural livelihoods while reducing deforestation and forest degradation. Through performance-based payments, CAFI will provide direct financial incentives to hundreds of thousands of local beneficiaries for adopting sustainable land-use practices such as agroforestry, reforestation, and forest conservation. These efforts will help preserve forests, mitigate climate change, protect biodiversity, and improve food security.
The indicative funding for this first phase amounts to up to USD 100 million, complemented by national and international co-financing. Eligible organizations include UN agencies, international cooperation agencies, accredited NGOs, and research institutions with proven experience in forestry, agriculture, and land-use sectors.
Key dates:
- Publication of the EOI: December 22, 2025
- Information session: January 15, 2026
- Deadline for submission: February 27, 2026 (17:00 GMT+1)
Interested organizations are invited to consult the following documents:
- Terms of Reference of the call
- Expression of interest submission form
- Questionnaire for Non-UN organisations expressing their interest
Questions can be sent to eoi.cafi@undp.org until February 6, 2026.
CAFI strongly encourages the participation of national NGOs, including faith-based organizations and community networks, to ensure inclusive and impactful implementation.
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