Blessed with an array of minerals necessary for the global transition from fossil fuels to renewable energy and a tropical forest that is important for the absorption of greenhouse gases from the atmosphere, the Democratic Republic of the Congo (DRC)…
With the world on the brink of irreversible climate change induced crises, it is imperative to preserve biodiversity hotspots such as the Congo Basin and the neighbouring Albertine region.Described as the world’s second biggest lungs, the Congo Basin helps absorb…
The Albertine Rift and Congo Basin continues to withstand environmental degradation, as the resource-constrained population in these areas have exploit the land, while dealing with climate change challenges.To support the communities dealing with the effects of climate change, Environmental Defenders…
Environmental Defenders has hailed the Democratic of Congo President, Felix Tshisekedi, for his ambitious green corridor project in the Congo Basin saying it is a foresighted move that will positively impact livelihoods.This was after it was launched on Wednesday during…
Residents and local leaders in both Uganda and DR Congo have hailed Radio Terra FM for their work, which they say, has influenced their lives positively.Linet Dwongparwoth, a presenter for Weekend Vibes programme that runs on Saturday from 6am to…
From November 25 to December 10, 2024, Environmental Defenders celebrated Sixteen Days of Activism, to raise awareness and build support for ending violence against women and girls.The importance of these sixteen days cannot be underestimated for Environmental Defenders operating in…
Since 2019 when it opened its doors, Terra Radio FM has brought together a diverse range of communities in Uganda, South Sudan and the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC).Located in Kolokoto village, Ituri Province at the Uganda-DRC border, a slow…
Kinshasa, Democratic Republic of Congo - The 20th Meeting of Parties of the Congo Basin Forest Partnership concluded between 3-5 June 2024 in Kinshasa, brought together over 600 participants, including 12 forest ministers, for one of the most significant events on Congo Basin rainforest…
Environmental Defenders, a leading organization promoting human rights and environmental conservation, has announced the establishment of Terra Cooperative, an agricultural cooperative aimed at fighting poverty and bolstering livelihoods for farming communities in the Democratic Republic of Congo.Launching with an initial…
Environmental Defenders, a leading organization promoting human rights, environmental conservation, and poverty reduction in the Albertine Rift region, celebrated International Women's Day 2024 in a truly impactful way. Partnering with their radio branch, Terra FM, the organization distributed 40 radios…
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