Oil Production in Virunga National Park Is a Bad Idea, EU Reps Say

Oil Production in Virunga National Park Is a Bad Idea, EU Reps Say

The African World Heritage Site is sensitive, should be protected instead of exploited

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  • By Laura Sinpetru
  • December 16th, 2013
Greenheads Ask That Soco International Be Kicked Out of Virunga

Greenheads Ask That Soco International Be Kicked Out of Virunga

The oil and gas giant has been given permission to explore the region

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  • By Laura Sinpetru
  • June 18th, 2013
World Heritage Committee Demands That Virunga Oil Permits Be Canceled

World Heritage Committee Demands That Virunga Oil Permits Be Canceled

Virunga is Africa's oldest national park, one of the most biodiverse regions in the world

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  • By Laura Sinpetru
  • March 1st, 2013
Poaching Leaves Wildlife Reserve Without 75% of Its Elephants

Poaching Leaves Wildlife Reserve Without 75% of Its Elephants

Those trying to safeguard these animals are often attacked by poachers