🌿🦍🐒 Behold the chimporilla: a cryptic enigma from the heart of the Congo, straddling the blurred lines of gorilla and chimpanzee. Discovered in a remote village near Kisangani, this colossal primate continues to defy easy categorization, captivating minds at the University of…

In the realm of existential sovereignty, one's dignity is an immutable essence, indivisible and inviolable. To yield it is to surrender one's very self. Within this sanctum lies the sacred narrative of the self.

Pangolins hold significant cultural and symbolic value in various African cultures. Their distinctive appearance and behavior have inspired stories and folklore, portraying them as creatures with mystical powers or guardians of the wilderness. ⁦Conserv Congo⁩ ⁦

Embarked at dawn from Lodja, DRC, with a precious cargo - a rescued pangolin. With guidance from vets via WhatsApp, we ensured its well-being throughout the journey. Despite encounters with security stops, our focus remained on conservation. Today, we witnessed its triumphant…

Last night, ⁦Conserv Congo⁩ swift action rescued a white-bellied pangolin from the clutches of illegal wildlife trade near Lodja, Sankuru. This noble creature, sold for a mere $50, now awaits vet assessment before its triumphant return to the wild.

Ah, behold the marvel of modern hunting technology – the cartridge, a veritable weapon of mass destruction, conveniently designed to obliterate entire families or herds with a single pull of the trigger.

2 suspected ivory traffickers nabbed in Kolwezi, DRC! 🚨 Thanks to the swift action of Lualaba Judicial Police and support from CONSERV Congo, 9 ivory tusks weighing 43kg were seized. They face up to 5 years in prison for their crimes against wildlife. Conserv Congo ⁦ICCN⁩

Artisanal mining + heavy machinery = environmental & social challenges in Maiko National Park 🌳🚜 Pollution, deforestation, and conflicts over resources threaten biodiversity & local livelihoods. Time for sustainable solutions prioritizing conservation & community´s well being.

Palm trees in African culture are more than just trees – they're symbols of abundance, community, and spirituality. providing essential resources like palm oil and nuts to serving as gathering spaces for social events, these majestic trees enrich African life in countless ways.

The okapi's conservation status calls for urgent action. Advocating for its uplisting to ⁦CITES⁩ Appendix I would provide greater protection against illegal trade and help safeguard its future. Let's ensure the okapi's survival by elevating its status. #ProtectOkapi

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Today, exactly four years ago, ⁦@conserv9808⁩ had just rescued ‘Libosso’, an infant chimp destined for sale illicitly in France. He was rescued and stayed with me during the whole lockdown period, together with 2 more apes and 7 monkeys, I learnt a lot !

The first ever motor vehicle to have been driven on Congolese soil in the late 1800. There were two vehicles imported from Europe by a certain Mr. Fischer, a German merchant and slave trader, after whom the beach area of Boma is still named to date.