Mongala Province, located in the Democratic Republic of the Congo, spans 2.5 percent of the country’s territory, with over two-thirds of its land covered by forest. However, deforestation has become an increasing concern, with forest loss accelerating sharply since...

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...

The Programme Intégré REDD+ du Sud Ubangi (PIREDD Sud Ubangi) supported sustainable land use and forest protection in the Democratic Republic of the Congo’s Sud-Ubangi province, an area with high agricultural potential but significant deforestation risk. The programme...

To support Gabon’s efforts in protecting its forests - by expanding its protected areas network, and optimizing land use for food crop production-  this project sought to contribute to the country’s climate and biodiversity goals, balancing conservation and food...

The project, jointly implemented by UNDP and UNESCO, brings Gabon’s forest biodiversity closer to urban residents through development of a botanical garden at Raponda Walker Arboretum, tree planting in Greater Libreville and environmental education. It combines conservation and recreation with opportunities for children and communities to learn about forests and climate change.

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...

Gabon's ability to monitor and understand trends in forest ecosystems, particularly in response to climate change, is important to inform decision-making on forest management and climate change mitigation strategies. The Forest Ecosystem Research and Monitoring...

This project helps Gabon translate its climate commitments into coordinated action across government. It strengthens capacity to guide forest and climate investments, track greenhouse gas emissions and mobilize climate finance.

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...

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...

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...

This preparatory grant supported the design of financing mechanisms for enterprises engaged in deforestation-free agriculture and sustainable forestry. It funded feasibility studies, pipeline development and a full programme proposal combining affordable finance,...