PolicyMonday, May 25, 2026Mongabay
Carbon cowboys and unpaid pledges: Ex-Gabon environment minister Lee White on conservation in Africa
Former Gabon environment minister Lee White highlighted the challenges of conservation in Africa, emphasizing the need for genuine commitments rather than "unpaid pledges" regarding environmental protection. He stressed the importance of collaborative efforts among governments, private sectors, and communities to achieve meaningful conservation outcomes. The discussions from the Africa Forward Summit aimed to align strategies for sustainable development across the continent.
