Regional cooperation for the conservation of biodiversity in the Congo Basin forests: Feedback on actions carried out in the TRIDOM-TNS landscapes

Over 20% of threatened species have transboundary ranges, highlighting the necessity for cross-border conservation efforts. In the Congo Basin forests—home to 10,000 plant species and iconic wildlife like forest elephants and gorillas—regional cooperation has become pivotal. This study evaluates actions in two priority landscapes: TRIDOM (Trinational Dja-Odzala-Minkébé) and TNS (Trinational Sangha), which together host critical populations of endangered species. The research employs a landscape conservation approach, analyzing the effectiveness of transnational management strategies. With four UNESCO World Heritage sites within these areas, the findings underscore the importance of coordinated efforts to protect biodiversity across political boundaries.

Resende, T. C., & Meikengang, A. G. (2023). Regional cooperation for the conservation of biodiversity in the Congo Basin forests: Feedback on actions carried out in the TRIDOM-TNS landscapes. Managing Transnational UNESCO World Heritage Sites in Africa, 135–145. https://doi.org/10.1007/978-3-030-80910-2_12