News | 14 Feb, 2024
«Единое здоровье»: В Центральной Азии запущена инициатива в размере 11 млн евро
13 февраля в Самарканде в рамках CMS COP14 был дан старт запуску проекта «Единое здоровье в Центральной Азии». Совместная инициатива Международного союза охраны природы (МСОП) при поддержке Международной климатической инициативы Германии (IKI) в размере 11 миллионов евро рассчитана на шесть лет…
Press release | 14 Feb, 2024
One Health nature conservation project in Central Asia launched by IUCN and partners
Samarkand, Uzbekistan, 13 February 2024 (IUCN) – An IUCN-led international partnership has launched the One Health Central Asia project, aiming to mitigate the risk of zoonoses – diseases that are naturally transmissible from animals to humans – in Central Asia. The new initiative was announced…
Story | 13 Feb, 2024
IUCN Rwanda Country Office knowledge products
The International Union for the Conservation of Nature - IUCN opened an office in Rwanda in 2016, in order to support the Government of Rwanda in achieving its overall conservation and development objectives. Since then, it has implemented various projects that have contributed to Rwanda’s…
File | 2022
Forest Landscape Restoration - Technical Packages for Rwanda
This report offers a comprehensive analysis of landscape restoration efforts in Rwanda's Gatsibo and Gicumbi districts. Initially, it outlines various landscape restoration initiatives undertaken in these regions. Subsequently, it delves into a detailed cost-benefit analysis (CBA) to evaluate…
Press release | 28 Nov, 2023
Towards a shared vision for biodiversity conservation in Central Asia
Cooperation among Central Asia countries to protect biodiversity and promote sustainable management of natural resources is gaining momentum. The Regional Dialogue on Transboundary Conservation in Central Asia held 28-30 November 2023 in Tashkent, Uzbekistan, makes a significant stride in…
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The Regional Dialogue: Transboundary Conservation in Central Asia
This regional dialogue aims to enable relevant actors from Central Asia, and those active in the region, to gain a common understanding of Nature-based Tourism and Transboundary Conservation as concepts, their value for the region, and learn about the experiences, challenges, and opportunities…
Story | 13 Jun, 2023
Embracing Green Finance: A Journey of Climate Adaptation and Opportunity in Rwanda
While the enablers of climate finance are still finding their footing, the financial industry grapples with limited knowledge and information architecture regarding climate change. The emerging frameworks and contextualized approaches, coupled with the sector's immaturity in embracing green…
Blog | 16 Apr, 2023
IUCN Member RWCA celebrated 5 years in habitats restoration in Rwanda
The Rwanda Wildlife Conservation Association (RWCA) who has been Member of IUCN in Rwanda since 2021, celebrated its 5 years in restoration of habitats in Rwanda.
News | 29 Mar, 2023
Strong regional commitment to One Health approach in Central Asia
Five Central Asian countries have jointly confirmed their interest to mitigate the risk of zoonosis emergence in the region by enhancing overall landscape resilience through the One Health approach. The commitments were shared today, closing out a three day regional workshop in Tashkent, co-…
Blog | 28 Mar, 2023
IUCN Rwanda joined Government of Rwanda to celebrate international day of Forests, Water and Meteo
Every year, Government of Rwanda joins the rest of the world to mark International Day of Forests, Water and Meteo. These three global events are an opportunity to highlight the importance of forests, water, and weather in our daily lives.