
The World Bank meets with the Head of State of the DRC to discuss the progress of the partnership projects for 2022-2026. However, the situation of insecurity due to armed conflicts makes it difficult to stabilize and develop the country. Administrators of the Virunga and Garamba parks also met with the Head of State to discuss insecurity in these protected areas, where eco-guards are at risk from armed groups. Their protection is necessary to guarantee the preservation of the fauna and flora as well as the surrounding communities.