Awarded in 2024
Based in Mahagi Territory (Ituri) - Democratic Republic of Congo
Jean Faustin Ugwaru Nyipir III of Nyarube in Mahagi is a cultural leader whose work blends tradition with environmental protection. His leadership fosters peace, social cohesion and a vision of rural development rooted in respect for nature.
He champions biodiversity conservation, protects cultural sites linked to natural ecosystems and mobilises young people to engage in reforestation, sustainable farming and community development.
His voice brings authority to the call for a future where justice, cultural identity and environmental stewardship move together.
