AGP Executive Report
Last update: 2 hours agoBiodiversity: A new report warns that 29% of key biodiversity areas in the Congo Basin remain unprotected. Across tropical countries, protected lands also overlap with tens of millions of hectares of oil, gas and mining concessions, putting the global 30-by-30 nature target at risk. Mining Pressure: In Kolwezi, copper and cobalt operations are advancing beneath residential neighborhoods, putting residents at risk of relocation. The city sits at the heart of a global race for critical minerals. Shared Waters: Zambia and the DRC have validated an agreement to jointly manage the Luapula River and Lake Mweru basin, supporting water security, fisheries and climate resilience. The countries plan to sign the agreement and establish a joint authority.
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