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Visit of an International Delegation at the Headquarters of REDES in Lahel

LAHEL / GAMADJI SARE MUNICIPALITY – PODOR DEPARTMENT On March 02, 2026, an international delegation paid a visit to the headquarters of REDES (Network for the Emergence of the Sahel Ecovillages), located in Lahel, in the commune of Gamadji Saré, Podor Department, in northern Senegal. Welcomed by Dr. Ousmane Aly Pam, president of REDES, the visitors discovered a vast area of several hectares, today transformed into a true ecological regeneration space. Once marked by desert advancement, the area is now covered with shady trees, fruit species and diverse crops, a testament to sustained land restoration work. This visit is part of a long-standing partnership with the Earth Rights Institute, whose Executive Director is visiting Senegal for the fourth time. Since 2009, an active collaboration has been around the Eco-Villages movement and initiatives to regenerate lands affected by climate change and inadapted development models. The initiative, hailed by international partners, highlights an approach based on community engagement and international cooperation. In Lahel, the results are visible: once arid lands are reborn, offering a concrete model of resilience to climate challenges. The REDES approach is based on a strong local mobilization, independent of large institutional programs, and centered on solidarity, the transfer of knowledge and the sustainable restoration of ecosystems. Through this spectacular transformation, the Sahel demonstrates that another path is possible: that of sustainable, inclusive development and bringing hope for future generations.

Community 3.0x Green Economy Conference

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Technologies & Financing of Biodiversity Protection in Sub-Saharan Africa

Speakers: Bastiaan den Braber, Dr. Louise Richmond-Coggan, Annie Goeke, Joyce Misoi, Dr. Chidubern Daniel Gbujie and Kenneth D. Johnson This panel will explore cutting-edge technologies and financing solutions transforming biodiversity protection in sub-Saharan Africa. From satellite-, drone-, and IoT-based monitoring to AI-powered biodiversity mapping, the discussion will highlight the transformative role of innovative technologies in combating deforestation, poaching, and ecosystem degradation. Experts will also examine tools for transparency in impact measurement and the verification of carbon and biodiversity credits, showcasing how technology enables measurable conservation impact to drive nature-based financing. The conversation will dive into financing models designed to scale biodiversity initiatives, including blended finance approaches that combine grants, impact capital, and commercial investments. Panelists will discuss the opportunities presented by public-private partnerships for co-financing and sustainable solutions. Attendees will walk away with actionable insights on overcoming barriers, fostering local entrepreneurship, and building investment-ready projects that deliver measurable environmental outcomes. By exploring real-world case studies such as tech-enabled anti-poaching efforts and sovereign green bonds, this panel will provide tangible examples of success. The session concludes with a call to action to mobilize investment through scalable technologies, align private capital with biodiversity goals, and foster innovation ecosystems through local and global partnerships. Join us for a dynamic discussion on the future of biodiversity conservation in Africa.