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An exceptional birth scene was observed among the gorillas of Mbeli Bai.

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January 09, 2026
An exceptional birth scene was observed among the gorillas of Mbeli Bai.
During a routine observation session at Mbeli Bai, researchers were monitoring Mowgli’s gorilla group as usual. All individuals had been identified and the group was moving calmly through the clearing when an unusual behavior caught the team’s attention: an adult female, Mogwai, briefly separated herself at the edge of the bai. Moments later, Mogwai rejoined the group carrying a newborn in her arms. With the umbilical cord still visible, she gently cleaned it, confirming that a bi...

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Tags: Gorilla, Nouabalé-Ndoki National Park, Conservation sciences


After 8 Years, Female Elephant Af221 Returns to Mbeli Bai

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December 30, 2025
After 8 Years, Female Elephant Af221 Returns to Mbeli Bai
More than eight years after her last visit, a female elephant has been recorded again at Mbeli Bai. Thanks to the female identification logbook established in 2017, researchers were able to formally identify her as Af221. No sightings of this female had been recorded since that date, representing an absence of more than eight years. She returned accompanied by her two young, a juvenile and a calf. This sighting highlights the essential importance of long-term monitoring of elephants at Mbe...

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Tags: Nouabalé-Ndoki National Park, Forest elephants, Wildlife protection


One Health Approach: Strengthening Collaboration to Prevent Zoonotic Diseases in Congo

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November 10, 2025
One Health Approach: Strengthening Collaboration to Prevent Zoonotic Diseases in Congo
“More than 70% of emerging infectious diseases originate in wildlife,” said Dademanao Pissang Tchangai, @‌FAO representative in Congo, at the opening of the workshop to strengthen collaboration among “One Health” actors. Led by WCS, the workshop brought together 40 representative of veterinary services, public health, administrative authorities, public institutions, as well as civil society, NGOs, research institutions, and technical and financial partners. Org...

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Tags: One Health


First joint “One Health” mission of the Sangha Tri-National.

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November 03, 2025
First joint “One Health” mission of the Sangha Tri-National.
In the Sangha Tri-National region, where Congo, Cameroon, and the Central African Republic meet, the “One Health” mission brought communities together to reduce the risk of zoonotic diseases in villages around Nouabalé-Ndoki National Park. Through film screenings and educational talks, more than 200 Bantu and Indigenous residents learned about good hygiene and health practices. The initiative, supported by the Sangha Tri-National Foundation (FTNS), also ai...

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Tags: One Health, Periphery, Forest


Raise awareness of the mini charter on fishing in the LTCR

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November 03, 2025
Raise awareness of the mini charter on fishing in the LTCR
In many villages of the Lac Télé Community Reserve, the local fishing charter, a simple guide designed to protect aquatic habitats and prevent overfishing, remains largely unknown. This lack of awareness threatens the sustainable use of the lake’s precious resources. A sensitization mission traveled along the southern corridor of the Reserve, from Itanga to Bouanéla. Over 780 people learned about responsible fishing practices and received copies of the mini charter. The Reserve team con...

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Tags: Community conservation, Protected areas, Lac Télé Community Reserve


Discovery of carcasses and the imperative of health monitoring in the Ndoki-Likouala landscape

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October 02, 2025
Discovery of carcasses and the imperative of health monitoring in the Ndoki-Likouala landscape
Our 2022-2023 wildlife survey in the Ndoki-Likouala landscape revealed several animal carcasses. These losses are often linked to poaching but also highlight the severe threat of infectious diseases like Ebola or anthrax, which can wipe out entire great ape populations in weeks. In the face of this dual threat, WCS's wildlife health monitoring—conducted through the collection of samples—is a critical early warning system. It's a cornerstone of the #OneHealth approach, prot...

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Tags: One Health, Forest, Wildlife protection


Certified forests, refuges for Congolese wildlife

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September 16, 2025
Certified forests, refuges for Congolese wildlife
The latest wildlife survey in the Ndoki-Likouala landscape reveals a powerful finding: Forest concessions certified by the FSC (like those managed by CIB) host higher densities of forest elephants, gorillas, and ungulates than unmanaged areas. ⠀ This success is no accident. It's the result of a long-term innovative partnership (PROGEP) between the government, industry (CIB), and conservationists (WCS), proving that responsible management makes a real difference for wildlife.

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Tags: Forest elephants, Periphery, Forest, Private sector engagement


Republic of Congo: The shark trade and its impacts

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August 29, 2025
Republic of Congo: The shark trade and its impacts
Sharks and rays now make up a growing share of the artisanal catch in the Republic of Congo, with 23,073 tons landed between 2000 and 2017. Their meat is consumed locally, while their fins are exported to Asia, where they can fetch up to 25,000 CFA francs per kilogram. This demand has led to targeted fishing, threatening species like the hammerhead shark, highly sought after for its meat. A lack of strict regulation leaves these species vulnerable to overfishing. Specialized buyers remove the...

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Tags: Community conservation, Biodiversity, Congo Marine


Meat consumption habits in the Sangha department

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August 27, 2025
Meat consumption habits in the Sangha department
In northern Congo, wild meat and fish remain an important part of the local diet. In rural areas, 70% of people ate wild meat the day before the survey was conducted, compared to 37% of people living in towns. Rural households consumed almost 5,000 kg of wild meat and 4,600 kg of fish, accounting for 90% of their animal protein intake. In Ouesso, wild meat is the favourite choice for 45% of the population, ahead of fish (38%), which is valued for its taste, cultural importance and 'nat...

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Tags: Periphery, Community conservation, Bushmeat


Meat consumption habits in the Sangha department

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August 22, 2025
Meat consumption habits in the Sangha department
In northern Congo, wild meat and fish remain vital for local diets. In rural areas, 70% of people ate wild meat the day before the survey, compared to 37% in towns. Rural households consumed nearly 5,000 kg of wild meat and 4,600 kg of fish, making up 90% of their animal protein. In Ouesso, wild meat is the favorite choice for 45% of the population, ahead of fish (38%) — valued for its taste, cultural importance, and “natural” quality. These insights highlight the chal...

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Tags: Periphery, Bushmeat, Forest


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