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Indigenous Youth and Women Transform the Mwenga Territory in the Republic of Congo with Edible Caterpillar Trees
Publié le 20/02/2026 - Catégorie: Climate Change
In four villages in the Lwindi Chiefdom (Irangi, Chafunda, Kabukimba, and Ilibo) in the Democratic Republic of Congo, Indigenous youth and women have established four nurseries of fast-growing trees that host edible caterpillars.
Thanks to their commitment, 12,170 seedlings have already been produced in this first phase, marking a concrete step towards restoring local forests and ensuring food security for the communities.
Guided by a local committee of nursery workers, these young leaders are demonstrating how conservation, inclusion, and innovation can go hand in hand. This project is supported by the Youth Climate Justice Fund, which supports Indigenous initiatives for a sustainable future. The YILNAC Network continues to demonstrate that Indigenous youth and women are at the heart of protecting biodiversity and ensuring food sovereignty in the DRC.
By Polydor Musafiri, Co-Founder and Executive Secretary
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