Environmental conservation work in the Central African Republic

Latest news and publications

Millions dependent on the health of the Congo basin will benefit from the declaration of three new RAMSAR wetlands, including the world's second largest.

02 Feb 2008
Congo Wetlands reserve to be world's second largest
WWF has welcomed the World Wetlands Day declaration of the world’s second largest internationally recognized and protected significant wetlands reserve in the Congo as a clear sign of the world’s increasing interest in the green heart of Africa. » Read more

Western Lowland Gorilla <i>Gorilla gorilla gorilla</i>, Silverback male.

26 Oct 2007
African nations boost gorilla protection
A new agreement endorsed by nine African countries aims to improve gorilla protection by combating poaching and supporting law enforcement throughout the species' habitat. » Read more

African forest elephant
Loxodonta africana cyclotis
Dzanga-Ndoki National Park, Central African Republic.
Sub-adults play fighting.

14 Mar 2007
Environmental foundation created to protect the Congo
A newly created environmental trust fund will contribute to biodiversity conservation in the Congo basin, home to forest elephants, lowland gorillas, chimpanzees and bongos. » Read more

New or updated projects

Improving Livelihoods of People Living within the Dzanga-Sangha Special Reserve

Modified: Apr 2008 - Started: Jul 1987

Conservation of Tropical Forests

The Dzanga-Sangha project represents the Central African Republic government authority over the Dzanga-Sangha Protected Area complex. This authority ... » Read more

Modified: Mar 2008 - Started: Mar 2008

Renovation of the Dzanga-Sangha Tourism Interpretation Centre

The Dzanga-Sangha tourism interpretation centre is located in the Dzanga-Sangha complex of protected areas in the Central African Republic. The comple... » Read more

Contact

WWF Central African Republic Coordination Office,
Bangui
Avenue des Martyrs Bangui
Central African Republic

T: +236 61 42 99
F: +236 61 10 85