The Central African Republic (CAR) occupies a strategically important portion of the northern Congo Basin ecological region, forming a transition zone between dense tropical forests in the south and savanna landscapes in the north. This positioning gives CAR high ecological value, with forests that support significant biodiversity, provide essential ecosystem services, and contribute to regional climate regulation and transboundary conservation.
Cameroon’s exceptional ecological diversity has earned it the title “Africa in miniature”, reflecting the wide range of environments found within its borders—from Atlantic coastal lowlands and dense tropical rainforests to savannas and mountainous regions. As a core country within the Congo Basin rainforest biome, Cameroon plays a central role in regional biodiversity conservation and landscape connectivity.
This initiative promotes regional cooperation to conserve vital forests, protect biodiversity, and support local communities across the Congo Basin. Through policy strengthening, landscape-based approaches, innovative financing, and community empowerment, the project aims to foster sustainable land use, improve ecosystem health, and ensure long-term social and environmental resilience in this critical region.