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2 Aug 2024

DRC Battles Deforestation: A Single Fire Incident Highlights Ongoing Struggle
DRC Battles Deforestation: A Single Fire Incident Highlights Ongoing Struggle

The Democratic Republic of the Congo (DRC) faces a significant challenge in preserving its vast forested areas, which cover over 199 million hectares. Recent data indicates a single fire incident in Lualaba, signaling the persistent threat to the country's tree cover. Over the years, the DRC has experienced a net loss of approximately 6 million hectares of tree cover, which is about 3.55% of its total tree cover extent. Shifting agriculture remains the predominant driver of this loss, accounting for the overwhelming majority of deforestation activities. Urbanization, while contributing to a lesser extent, also plays a role in the changing landscape. The country's struggle with deforestation is a complex issue that not only affects local ecosystems but also has broader implications for global environmental health.

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