Supporting the DRC Land-Use Planning Reform
In the Democratic Republic of Congo, the absence a legal, regulatory and institutional framework for land use planning has historically led to sectoral legislation (land, mining, forestry and agricultural) being drawn up without cross-cutting consultation between...
Milestone Achievement Support (PAAJ)
The DRC and CAFI have concluded an ambitious letter of Intent, complete with time-bound milestones. This project aims to support and strengthen the capacities of six sectoral Ministries (Land use Planning, Agriculture, Forestry, Planning, Mines and Hydrocarbons) and...
Sustainable family agriculture in DRC’s 145 territories
Family farming, while essential for subsistence in the DRC, suffers from limited access to inputs, technical services, and markets, and remains reliant on extensive practices such as slash-and-burn agriculture. This situation contributes to deforestation, low...
Sustainable Energy
The DRC populations heavily relies charcoal, a main driver of deforestation around major cities. In response to this growing demand particularly in Kinshasa, the Sustainable Energy Programme supports the establishment of sustainable supply chains, access to...
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...
Gabon : Developing a National Land Use Plan and a Forest Monitoring System
Diversifying the economy and strengthening food security, particularly by developing industrial agriculture, are high on Gabon’s political agenda. Eighty-eight percent of the country’s territory is covered by forests. In its Nationally Determined Contribution (NDC),...
Scaling-up Commercial Investment in Deforestation-Free Commodity Supply Chains
This project mobilizes bold investments to transform major agricultural supply chains into sustainable, inclusive, and climate-resilient systems. By protecting forests and peatlands, empowering local communities, and fostering public-private partnerships, it creates...
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...