Category: Ecology

The floods in Coyah highlight the consequences of anarchic construction in Guinea. The heavy rains caused property damage, injuries and loss of life. Buildings in flood-prone areas and the lack of adequate drainage infrastructure are the main vulnerability factors. To avoid such tragedies, careful urban planning, building regulations and investment in drainage infrastructure are needed. Raising awareness and educating people on the risks are also essential to protect cities and inhabitants from catastrophic floods.

The recent National Day of Tribute to Victims of Sexual Violence event in the DRC highlights the importance of victim compensation and reconstruction after serious crimes. Thanks to FONAREV, the Congolese government offers financial compensation to victims to help them rebuild. The commemoration of this day also helps to raise awareness of the atrocities committed and to give a voice to the victims. Much remains to be done to support these victims and prevent such tragedies in the future.

The prefecture of Coyah in Guinea was affected by torrential rains which caused significant damage and the death of one person. In just 48 hours, 124 millimeters of rain fell, leaving behind a devastated landscape. The Minister of Territorial Administration stressed that the anarchic constructions have aggravated the floods. It is crucial that the authorities and the inhabitants work together to put in place measures to prevent and adapt to extreme climatic phenomena. This situation highlights the importance of taking climate issues into account and implementing solutions to protect populations.

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The Democratic Republic of Congo is facing an alarming decrease in the quantity of birds in major cities, due to real estate pressure. Urban transformations are destroying natural habitats and birds are struggling to find a new environment conducive to their survival. However, these species play a crucial role in biodiversity and their disappearance threatens the ecological balance. It is time to act by showing consideration towards these vertebrates and by preserving the spaces favorable to their installation in urban constructions.

The holding of the Summit of Heads of State of the Amazon in Belém Do Para is an opportunity for countries to strengthen their cooperation in favor of the preservation of the Amazonian ecosystem. The participation of the Democratic Republic of Congo, holder of the largest forest massif in the Congo Basin, testifies to the importance given to the protection of tropical forests. The trilateral cooperation between Brazil, the DRC and Indonesia aims to strengthen actions in favor of tropical forests and climate action. It is essential that the decisions taken at this summit make it possible to put in place concrete and effective measures to preserve this natural treasure of capital importance for the ecological balance of the planet.

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The Democratic Republic of Congo is facing an alarming decrease in the quantity of birds in major cities, due to real estate pressure. Urban transformations are destroying natural habitats and birds are struggling to find a new environment conducive to their survival. However, these species play a crucial role in biodiversity and their disappearance threatens the ecological balance. It is time to act by showing consideration towards these vertebrates and by preserving the spaces favorable to their installation in urban constructions.

The Minister of Environment and Sustainable Development of the Democratic Republic of Congo, Ève Bazaïba, participated in the regional summit of the Amazon in Brazil. This event brings together ACTO member countries to discuss the fight against deforestation and environmental protection. The DRC seeks to strengthen its position as a key player in the preservation of forest resources. The participation of Minister Ève Bazaïba testifies to the importance attached by the DRC to the protection of the environment and sustainable development. This summit represents a unique opportunity to strengthen international cooperation in the fight against climate change.

The Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC) has launched its twenty-second vaccination campaign against poliomyelitis, aiming to protect more than 900,000 children aged 0 to 59 months against this disease. Although the wild virus has been declared eradicated in the DRC, a vaccine form persists and causes epidemics. Providers will go door-to-door to vaccinate all children within three days and help comb the area for those who missed the call to be vaccinated. The campaign is supported by the children’s parliament of Butembo and Lubero, and aims to protect children from the disability that accompanies this disease and to offer them a better future.

The partnership between IGAD and FAO aims to promote sustainable agriculture in East Africa. This includes developing sustainable farming and fishing practices, supporting communities dependent on these resources, facilitating inter-regional trade, data analysis for informed decisions, resilience to climate shocks and conservation. natural resources. This partnership offers promising prospects for improving food security, nutrition and economic development in the region.

On August 8, 2023, a tank truck carrying fuel exploded in Righini, in the commune of Lemba in Kinshasa. The accident caused considerable human and material losses, leaving two people dead and three others seriously injured. The surrounding houses and businesses were reduced to ashes, resulting in significant economic losses for residents and traders. In addition, the explosion had a major impact on road traffic, rendering certain sections of road impassable. Investigations are underway to determine the causes of the accident and to take the necessary measures to avoid such tragedies in the future.