PolicyWednesday, March 11, 2026Mongabay
Growing number of Indigenous Twa forced out of DRC’s forests and into towns
The Indigenous Batwa community in North Kivu, DRC, has faced significant displacement from their ancestral forests, leading to a growing population in urban areas over the past decade. This migration is driven by factors such as deforestation, land encroachment, and insufficient government support for traditional land rights. Policymakers and activists must address the socio-economic challenges facing these communities in both rural and urban contexts.
