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Project Supervisor Wanted

We are currently seeking a Project supervisor to continue to develop and supervise Forests Monitor's Projects. The post will require a good understanding of forest policy, governance related issues and forest monitoring, as well as strong management skills.

Latest reports from the Congo Brazzaville project

Two reports of recent missions are now available to read in French. The first details the results of our recent scoping mission to the Central African Republic. The second contains the results of the Independent Monitor's, REM, field mission in November 2007.

Gabon Scoping Mission Results

As lead organisation in the project to support independent monitoring of forest law enforcement and governance in the Congo Basin, a project funded by the EU - Forests Monitor staff have recently undertaken a 1st trip to Libreville, Gabon, to introduce the concept and work with local NGOs there. See the Mission report here (PDF in French only)

Latest Forests Monitor Report Published!

The Timber Trade and Poverty Alleviation in the Upper Great Lakes Region is now complete and ready for download.
UPDATED: Additional reports have now been added, as background information to the main report.

Illegal timber export, Dar es Salaam

Illegally sourced tropical hardwood was filmed as it was being prepared for export from Dar es Salaam in Tanzania.....