For the last few months, the patrol team of ACBF has been very busy trying to stop illegal transportation of charcoal produced from Bugoma central Forest Reserve. We estimate an illegal business of at least 15 full trucks of charcoal each weekend. Charcoal business alone in this moment contributes much to deforestation of Bugoma Forest. …
Despite the fact that very little is done to protect what remains of Bugoma Forest from deforestation and illegal logging. ACBF still has joint operational patrols with National Forestry Authority. We discovered that military attachment with NFA actually works only to protect the illegal business. On the 6th of April, a night patrol was able …
On the 28th of March, the directors of Bugoma Jungle Lodge and members of ACBF helped a brief meeting with the Kikuube District leaders on ensuring security and protection of Bugoma Forest The leaders promised to work hand in hand with the investors to develop eco tourism and protection of investment. We call upon members …
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