Pour mieux adresser l’impact des industries extractives sur les communautés forestières du Cameroun, l’organisation de défense de l’environnement Greenpeace Afrique et ses partenaires ont organisé un atelier national de partage d’expérience avec les représentants desdites communautés triées sur le volet sur l’étendue du pays. Votre journal donne la parole à Stella Tchoukep. La chargée campagne forêt de Greenpeace Afrique dresse le bilan des échanges et partage d’expérience menés par les communautés forestières du 27 au 29 avril dernier à Kribi, cité balnéaire située au sud du Cameroun.

The climate crisis is accelerating, and along with it, the migration of species, including venomous snakes, is becoming a major concern. A recent study published in Lancet Planetary Health sheds light on the devastating consequences of global warming on the geographical distribution of these deadly reptiles, primarily in Africa.

In a heartfelt plea to global leaders, environmental advocates and human rights defenders have raised the alarm over the rampant deforestation and forest degradation unfolding in Cameroon. The open letter, endorsed by influential figures like Samuel Nguiffo from the Centre for Environment and Development (CED) and Stella Tchoukep of Greenpeace Africa, shines a stark light on the perilous consequences of large-scale deforestation for agro-industrial purposes and illegal logging, casting a shadow over both biodiversity and the rights of local communities and indigenous peoples.

The World Bank has announced the suspension of $150 million in funding for the project to extend Ruaha National Park in south-west Tanzania. The decision, which took effect on 18 April 2024, follows repeated warnings from the Oackland Institute. The American human rights organisation documented abuses committed by forest rangers against local communities.

A report published on 2 April 2024 by Greenpeace Africa and Greenpeace MENA highlights the extent of air pollution in Africa, identifying the main culprits and underlining the serious repercussions on public health and the environment. Entitled « Air Pollution in Africa: The Main Culprits Unmasked », the document provides an overview of the sources of air pollution in the region and calls for urgent action to mitigate this growing crisis.

The climate crisis is accelerating, and along with it, the migration of species, including venomous snakes, is becoming a major concern. A recent study published in Lancet Planetary Health sheds light on the devastating consequences of global warming on the geographical distribution of these deadly reptiles, primarily in Africa.