FT News Briefing The Congo river conservation debate
Jul 7, 2023
Global markets reacted sharply as US borrowing costs soared to a 16-year high. Tensions between the US and China are at the forefront as Treasury Secretary Janet Yellen makes a significant visit. The debate over conservation in the Congo River Basin reveals a clash between environmental preservation and the rights of local communities. Additionally, new discussions on the Threads platform spotlight its rapid rise as a competitor to Twitter, raising questions about its role in the future of social media.
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Community Involvement
- Make wildernesses and animals profitable for local communities.
- Involve communities in tourism and share revenue generated from conservation efforts.
The Batwa Community
- The Batwa community near Bwindi National Park in Uganda were displaced for gorilla conservation.
- This displacement has led to their impoverishment, despite the thriving gorilla population.
Animals vs. People
- Some criticize conservationists for prioritizing animals over people.
- This is evident in cases where communities are displaced for animal habitats.