The Nouabalé-Ndoki National Park (NNNP) covers more than 4,000 sq km of contiguous lowland rainforest in northern Republic of Congo. It is arguably the best example of an intact forest ecosystem remaining in the Congo Basin
Covered by a mosaic of landscapes, from flooded savannahs to swamp forests and peatlands, the Lac Télé Community Reserve (LTCR) shelters ecosystems of global importance, on which thousands of local people depend.
From coasts to deep waters, Congolese waters are a havenfor many flagship and endangered species - rays, sharks,whales and turtles - facing acute threats from overfishing, mismanagement and pollution
To promote best forest management practices and sustainable economic activities for communities, conservation extends beyond the boundaries of protected areas to create a buffer zone benefiting both wildlife and communities.