Mail & Guardian Features the Science Panel for the Congo Basin

Mail & Guardian has highlighted the Science Panel for the Congo Basin (SPCB) and its 2025 Assessment Report, recognizing the Congo Basin as the world’s most carbon-beneficial rainforest and one of the planet’s most critical ecosystems. The article emphasizes the Panel’s findings that the Basin absorbs around 600 million tonnes of carbon dioxide each year, supports 130 million people, and remains chronically under-researched and underfunded. By showcasing the work of 180 scientists and regional experts, the feature reinforces SPCB’s call for stronger international investment, scientific research, and sustainable development to protect Africa’s “green heart.”