| VoNat Facilitates Community Mapping of Goliath Frog Conservation Solutions |
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In a major step toward community-driven conservation of amphibians, Voice of Nature (VoNat) recently convened close to 50 traditional leaders, frog hunters, youths, and community members from 15 villages around Mount Nlonako for a participatory workshop at the Ebone Council Hall. The session focused on identifying and mapping local solutions for protecting the world's largest frog, the Goliath frog ( Conraua goliath), a species found only in Cameroon and Equatorial Guinea. Supported by Re:wild and the Global Environment Facility (GEF), the event brought together. Read More |
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IUCN Amphibian Specialist Group Co-Chair Visits VoNat’s Amphibians Programme |
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Voice of Nature (VoNat) was honored to host Professor Amaël Borzée, Co-Chair of the IUCN Amphibian Specialist Group, on a working visit to its Amphibians Conservation Programme in Cameroon. The visit focused on the Mount Nlonako Area, one of VoNat’s key conservation landscapes and home to the world’s largest frog, the Goliath Frog (Conraua goliath). Professor Borzée’s visit was driven by his deep passion for amphibian conservation. Read More |
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Kids Plant Trees to Limit Climate Impacts in Bangourain |
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Children and youth in Bangourain of the Mount Mbam Area in Cameroon's West Region have embarked on a hands-on tree-planting initiative aimed at fostering climate adaptation and mitigating the impacts of climate change. Under the auspices of the Divisional Officer of Bangourain, Ndi Jules Patrick, nearly 300 ornamental and medicinal trees are being planted across schools, hospitals, administrative areas, and other public spaces. The initiative forms part of the annual EcoKids Program implemented by Voice of Nature (VoNat) and Meg Wah (My Earth), with support from the Earth Rising Foundation. Read More |
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VoNat Expands Agroforestry Programme in Mount Cameroon Communities |
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Voice of Nature (VoNat) has expanded its Agroforestry Programme to the communities of Bonakanda, Bova, and neighboring villages, reaching more than 50 smallholder farmers with Acacia and Soursop tree seedlings. These trees will enhance soil fertility, provide sustainable fuelwood, and boost local livelihoods, while also playing a crucial role in restoring degraded farmlands and supporting the conservation of Mount Cameroon National Park, a globally recognized biodiversity hotspot. This initiative is part of VoNat’s Endangered Species of Mount Cameroon Conservation Programme, implemented with support from the New England Biolabs Foundation. Read More |
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