RESTORING AND CONSERVING MANGROVE IN tHE GAMBIA

The “Conservation and restoration of the mangrove ecosystem in The Gambia through the REDD+ mechanism” project aims at restoring and conserving mangroves in The Gambia. The project mitigate climate change through carbon sequestration and storage, enhances biodiversity and has positive rural livelihood effects, including enhanced oyster collection, fishing and fiscal revenues to the participating communities. 

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The project is implemented by the the Gambian Department of Parks and Wildlife Management (DPWM), Sahel Wetlands Concern (NGO), Kombo Foni Forestry Association (KOMFORRA)  (NGO), West African Birds Study Association (WABSA) (NGO) and the Danish green energy major Ørsted. The project collaborates closely with more than 50 communities adjacent to the mangrove areas who are also the key beneficiaries of the project.