Savannahs & Degraded Forests
The “Support Program for the Sustainable Development of Savannah and Degraded Forest Areas” (PSFD) is a 5-year initiative funded by CAFI through FONAREDD and implemented by AFD in collaboration with the Ministry of Agriculture, Fisheries, and Livestock (MAPE). With a...
Sustainable Management of Forests
In the DRC, timber production is estimated at 3 to 4 millions of cubic meters (m3) per year, far below wood harvesting for energy (estimated at 80 millions m3). 85% of timber is extracted to meet local demand. This demand will continue to grow in the coming decades...
Wood energy plantations (PROREP)
The "Project to strengthen the sustainable wood energy potential in the Republic of Congo", or "PROREP Wood Energy Plantations" aims to strengthen the sustainable wood energy potential of Brazzaville through the establishment of 2,700 hectares of quick-start...
Forest Performance Bond Design
The Forest Performance Bond Program, led by UNCDF, aims to mobilise private and public investment through innovative financial instruments. The program supports forest-positive businesses, promotes sustainable agriculture and energy solutions, and strengthens climate...
Urban greening
In response to urban expansion, the Urban Greening project aims to improve the quality of life of urban Gabonese populations by integrating green spaces into urban planning, fostering biodiversity, and promoting environmental awareness. All financial information may...
Strengthening climate governance in Gabon
This cross-cutting project aims to strengthen climate governance in Gabon by reinforcing the institutional capacity of the National Climate Council and enhancing interministerial coordination for the implementation of climate policies and programs. Financial...
Safeguarding and Expanding Gabon’s Protected Area Network
Gabon’s 13 national parks are increasingly threatened by human activities, particularly along border areas. This project strengthens the management of these protected areas by reinforcing surveillance, infrastructure, and coordination to preserve ecological integrity....
Coordination of climate actions
This cross-cutting project aims to strengthen climate governance in Gabon by reinforcing the institutional capacity of the National Climate Council and enhancing interministerial coordination for the implementation of climate policies and programs
National Forest Certification
In 2018, Gabon’s President announced that all forest concessions must be certified by 2025—a landmark step to reduce emissions from forest degradation and ensure legal, traceable timber production. This project supports Gabon’s commitment to sustainable forest...
Building a national framework for sustainable land use and forest governance
In the Central African Republic, building a coherent national framework for sustainable land management is a key step toward meeting climate and development goals. CAFI's preparatory grant supports the Government in laying the technical and institutional foundations...
Forest certification and community management
Gabon is committed to sustainably managing its forests, which cover over 88% of its national territory, while ensuring that forest-based economic activities deliver both environmental and social benefits. This project supports the implementation of Gabon’s Forest...
Preparatory grant : Access to affordable financing for SMEs
The Common Fund for Commodities (CFC) received $500,000 to develop a project that facilitates access to affordable financing for small and medium-sized enterprises engaged in sustainable agriculture and forestry, by combining catalytic blended finance with technical...