In a context where environmental preservation has become a global priority, the Democratic Republic of Congo is launching an ambitious project to assess and sustainably manage its national forest capital. It is in this context that the workshop on the restitution of the study of forest capital, which began on June 26 in Kinshasa, is taking place, initiated by the Minister of Land Use Planning and Rural Development, Guy Loando Mboyo.
One of the strengths of this initiative lies in the determination displayed by the Congolese authorities to strengthen the governance of the country’s natural and forest resources. Indeed, deforestation and illegal logging constitute very real threats to Congolese ecosystems. In order to combat these dangers, it is crucial to improve the legislative and regulatory framework in force, while adopting innovative and environmentally friendly practices.
Another essential dimension of this workshop is the involvement of local communities and indigenous peoples in sustainable forest management. Their ancestral knowledge of the territory and their close relationship with nature make them key players in ensuring the sustainability of the country’s forest resources. By fully integrating them into decision-making processes, the DRC is committed to more balanced and environmentally friendly management.
The study of the national forest capital is therefore of capital importance for the future of the Democratic Republic of Congo. Conducted through FRMi and with the support of the Ministries of Land Use Planning and the Environment, it aims to assess the ecological, economic and social potential of forest areas throughout the territory. The conclusions of this study will feed into the reflection on the national land use plan, thus paving the way for an ambitious policy to preserve the country’s natural resources.
Finally, the active participation of the United Nations Development Programme (UNDP) in this workshop underlines the importance given to these issues on an international scale. By assessing the ecological and economic wealth of Congolese forests, this study will contribute not only to the protection of local biodiversity, but also to climate regulation on a global scale.
In conclusion, the workshop on the restitution of the study of the national forest capital of the DRC represents a major step in the establishment of sustainable and responsible management of the country’s forest resources. By involving all stakeholders, from the authorities to local populations, the DRC is giving itself the means to preserve its natural heritage for future generations.