Case Details
Empowering forest communities in The Gambia
A nationwide programme to transfer government-owned forest land to local communities is changing lives in The Gambia while promoting the sustainable management of its forests. As communities manage forest affairs and benefit from the proceeds from forest resources, more forest-friendly livelihoods such as beekeeping and soap making are boosting incomes while also helping to keep The Gambia’s forests intact.
Type of Case
Video or audio
Video or audio
Publisher
FAO
FAO
Region
Africa
Africa
Biome
Arid lands, Tropical
Arid lands, Tropical
Forest Type
All forest types (natural and planted)
All forest types (natural and planted)
Primary Designated Function
Multiple use
Multiple use