Protected areas in Africa are vital but local perceptions vary (commentary)

Mongabay
Dec 19, 2025, 4:49 pm290 ptsTop
Protected areas (PAs) are cornerstones of global biodiversity conservation strategy, yet their social impacts remain contentious. The prevailing narrative often pits global benefits, like biodiversity protection and carbon sequestration, against local costs like restricted access to land and resources,…

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