For centuries, locals have told stories of mokele-mbembe, a legendary creature said to lurk in the Congo Basin. But as forests vanish, sightings are on the rise—offering a glimpse into how folklore is ...

Deep in the heart of a lush green forest, an excavator is hard at work, turning over the earth in search of gold. The ...

WWF works to sustain the natural world for the benefit of people and wildlife, collaborating with partners from local to ...

End Congo clash for Africa to move ahead The recent killings of more than 700 people in the Goma region of Eastern Congo are sad memories of the history of wars and instability that continue to rock ...

The practice takes place near homes and rivers. Researchers show large chunks of critically important forest are being ...

The rebels’ advance into other areas was slowed by a weakened military that recovered some villages from them.