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Banned Journalist Keeps Reporting on Southeast Asia Forests
Community HeroesApr 2

Banned Journalist Keeps Reporting on Southeast Asia Forests

Environmental journalist Gerry Flynn was permanently banned from Cambodia in January 2025, likely for exposing illegal logging and land grabs. Now based in Thailand, he's covering the Mekong region more than ever.

Mongabay2 min read
Mexico's Monarch Butterflies Jump 64% in Conservation Win
Planet WinsMar 30

Mexico's Monarch Butterflies Jump 64% in Conservation Win

After two decades fighting illegal logging, Mexico has seen monarch butterfly populations surge 64 percent this winter. The forests are healing, and millions more butterflies are making their epic 3,000-mile journey home.

Optimist Daily2 min read
Guatemala Closes Oil Field to Protect Jaguars and Macaws
Planet WinsJan 28

Guatemala Closes Oil Field to Protect Jaguars and Macaws

Guatemala chose wildlife over oil, shutting down a 7,000-acre oil field to protect one of the world's most important rainforest reserves. The land will now serve as a military base to stop illegal logging and cattle ranching in the Mayan Biosphere Reserve.

Good News Network2 min read
Ghana Official Fights Illegal Logging Despite Threats
Community HeroesJan 22

Ghana Official Fights Illegal Logging Despite Threats

A Ghanaian forestry leader is facing legal pressure after cracking down on illegal logging cartels. Experts say the case will test whether Ghana protects officials who enforce environmental laws.

Myjoyonline Ghana3 min read
Nigeria Trains Experts in Satellite Forest Monitoring
Planet WinsJan 21

Nigeria Trains Experts in Satellite Forest Monitoring

Ogun State is training environmental experts to use satellite technology and geospatial tools to protect Nigeria's forests from illegal logging and climate change. The UN-backed program will help monitor biodiversity and forest health in real time.

Punch Nigeria3 min read