Deforestation in Gabon: 98. 97% of Losses Within Forest Concessions Libreville, Gabon – June 20, 2026 Gabon has experienced a significant loss of forest cover, with 2,414. 57 hectares (ha) of forest lost between October and December 2025.
A striking 98. 97% of this loss occurred within forest concessions, according to satellite imagery analysis by the Gabonese Space Observation Agency (AGEOS).
The data reveals a rise in activities within forest permits, with 127 out of 823 permits (15. 43%) active during the period, indicating new logging operations.
The bulk of the lost forest (79%) was attributed to forestry activities, followed by mining (10. 03%), agriculture (7. 17%), and other activities (3.
78%). Specifically, mining-related forest loss accounted for 299. 78 ha, with small mines responsible for 46.
76%, large mines for 26%, and research permits for 15. 32%.
The remainder (11. 92%) was outside of any mining concession.
The AGEOS’s bulletin on mining operations maps the overall disturbances to the forest cover related to extractive industries, aiming to ensure transparency and support good governance reforms. Gabon’s Minister of Water and Forests, Maurice Ntossui Allogo, has proposed a strategy focusing on ecotourism and conflict resolution to balance economic growth with environmental protection.
The Gabon Interactive Forest Map, provided by Global Forest Watch, serves as a valuable tool for monitoring and analyzing deforestation rates and land use practices. It is essential for informed decision-making and effective forest management.
The government’s commitment to sustainable development and equitable sharing of forest conservation benefits is underlined by this data.
However, the challenge now lies in implementing strategies effectively to ensure the realization of these goals.
*Additional reporting by ImNews | Sources consulted: 5*
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