Lambaréné, Gabon — April 20, 2026 (Impulsradio) — A national assessment mission for the Global Environment Facility’s (GEF7) project in Gabon has commenced in Lambaréné, marking a critical phase in the transformation of forest landscape governance. Officials commented on the matter.
The mission, led by Coordinator National Chimène Michelle Milendji Koumba, commenced its tour in the Moyen-Ogooué province, where it is expected to provide a comprehensive review of the project’s progress.
The project, which has been operational for three years, focuses on the Bas — Ogooué and Bas-Nyanga regions, including Lambaréné, a city known for its rich biodiversity. During the mission, a workshop was held at the governor’s office, attended by forestry agents, the secretary general of the Lambaréné prefecture, and the provincial coordinator of the project, Colonel Victor Manfoumbi.
The workshop was a platform for sharing insights and discussing strategies for further project development. Aline Malibangat, an international expert on capacity building and technical advisor for GEF7 at the UNDP, emphasized the importance of consolidating initial results and ensuring their provincial distribution. “.
The project has been in operation for three years, and we have achieved some successes. We are trying to centralize these results by province, “she.
The GEF7 project, supported by the UNDP, is a pivotal initiative in Gabon’s efforts to strengthen environmental governance and manage natural resources sustainably. It aims to improve local capacities and promote sustainable livelihoods, aligning with the national strategy ‘Gabon Infini’and the African Union’s Agenda 2063.
As the project moves forward, it is anticipated that it will contribute significantly to Gabon’s environmental sustainability and the well-being of its people. Its success is also expected to serve as a model for other African countries seeking to implement similar initiatives.
The ongoing assessment mission in Gabon underscores the commitment to environmental stewardship and sustainable development. With the GEF7 project’s focus on enhancing forest landscape governance, the future looks promising for Gabon’s ecological preservation and socio-economic growth.
*Additional reporting by ImNews*
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