West Africa Biodiversity and Climate Change (WA BiCC)

WA BiCC

The West Africa Biodiversity and Climate Change (WA BiCC) program is a five-year program funded by the United States Agency for International Development (USAID) that aims to improve conservation and climate-resilient, low-emissions growth across West Africa.

Reducing Deforestation, Forest Degradation, And Biodiversity Loss

The Upper Guinean Forest of West Africa is a global biodiversity hotspot—a biogeographic region with significant amounts of biodiversity that is threatened with destruction.

Combating Wildlife Trafficking

Combating wildlife trafficking in West Africa is a key element of WA BiCC’s work in the region. Wildlife trafficking is the illegal selling and buying of plant and animal species that are protected by national or international law.

Increasing Coastal Resilience to Climate Change

The coastal systems of West Africa are rich in biodiversity and natural resources, providing ecosystem services that contribute to about 57% of the region’s GDP.

Into the Jungle: A Rescue Mission in Kabiti

“Into the Jungle” sheds light on wildlife trafficking and the effects of stealing these animals from their natural homes.

Protecting West Africa’s Wildlife Through Biomonitoring

West Africa is widely known for its diversity of wildlife, including many threatened and endangered species. This video features footage of animals in Liberia, Sierra Leone, and Côte d’Ivoire that WA BiCC and conservationists in the region have fought to better protect.

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Interactive Radio Program Increases Knowledge on Forest and Wildlife Conservation in West Africa

By edudzi / November 17, 2020

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Sierra Leone Re-Enforces its Commitment to the Effective Management of the Sherbro River Estuary

By edudzi / October 28, 2020

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Protecting Forests, People and the World: the Gola Transboundary Peace Park of Sierra Leone & Liberia Brings Hope

By edudzi / October 21, 2020

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Protecting West Africa’s Wildlife Through Biomonitoring

By edudzi / October 21, 2020

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Interactive Radio Program Increases Knowledge on Forest and Wildlife Conservation in West Africa

By Darius Barrolle, Senior Communications Specialist Once again, entertainment-education has proven to be an effective tool for increasing knowledge and promoting best

Sierra Leone Re-Enforces its Commitment to the Effective Management of the Sherbro River Estuary

By Darius Barrolle, Senior Communications Specialist After 4 years of tireless efforts by the National Protected Areas Authority (NPAA) of Sierra Leone and the

Protecting Forests, People and the World: the Gola Transboundary Peace Park of Sierra Leone & Liberia Brings Hope

By David Goodman Beneath the thick canopy of West Africa’s forests, there are dark secrets. In the sleepy Liberian town of Mano River Congo, Sierra Leone beckons across

Economic Community of West African States (ECOWAS)

A regional group of 15 West African countries. Its mission is to achieve collective self-sufficiency and promote economic integration across the region.

Mano River Union (MRU)

An intergovernmental institution comprised of Sierra Leone, Liberia, Guinea and Cote d’lvoire. The goal is to ensure peace, security, economic cooperation, and social development among member states.

A binding treaty of 17 countries, of which 12 are in West Africa. The convention provides a framework through which national policy makers and resource managers implement national control measuresand action plans for the protection and development of the marine and coastal environments in West and Central Africa.

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The information provided on this website is not official U.S. government information and does not represent the views or positions of the U.S. Agency for International Development or the U.S. Government.

The West Africa Biodiversity and Climate Change (WA BiCC) program ended in February 2021. This website now serves as a repository for key learning resources which you may access. For more information, please contact Stephen.Kelleher@tetratech.com.

WA BiCC

The West Africa Biodiversity and Climate Change (WA BiCC) program is a five-year program funded by the United States Agency for International Development (USAID) that aims to improve conservation and climate-resilient, low-emissions growth across West Africa.

Reducing Deforestation, Forest Degradation, And Biodiversity Loss

The Upper Guinean Forest of West Africa is a global biodiversity hotspot—a biogeographic region with significant amounts of biodiversity that is threatened with destruction.

Combating Wildlife Trafficking

Combating wildlife trafficking in West Africa is a key element of WA BiCC’s work in the region. Wildlife trafficking is the illegal selling and buying of plant and animal species that are protected by national or international law.

Increasing Coastal Resilience to Climate Change

The coastal systems of West Africa are rich in biodiversity and natural resources, providing ecosystem services that contribute to about 57% of the region’s GDP.

Into the Jungle: A Rescue Mission in Kabiti

“Into the Jungle” sheds light on wildlife trafficking and the effects of stealing these animals from their natural homes.

Protecting West Africa’s Wildlife Through Biomonitoring

West Africa is widely known for its diversity of wildlife, including many threatened and endangered species. This video features footage of animals in Liberia, Sierra Leone, and Côte d’Ivoire that WA BiCC and conservationists in the region have fought to better protect.

Interactive Radio Program Increases Knowledge on Forest and Wildlife Conservation in West Africa

Sierra Leone Re-Enforces its Commitment to the Effective Management of the Sherbro River Estuary

Protecting Forests, People and the World: the Gola Transboundary Peace Park of Sierra Leone & Liberia Brings Hope

Protecting West Africa’s Wildlife Through Biomonitoring

Interactive Radio Program Increases Knowledge on Forest and Wildlife Conservation in West Africa

Sierra Leone Re-Enforces its Commitment to the Effective Management of the Sherbro River Estuary

Protecting Forests, People and the World: the Gola Transboundary Peace Park of Sierra Leone & Liberia Brings Hope

Economic Community of West African States (ECOWAS)

Mano River Union (MRU)

Abidjan Convention