Dynamics of the Deforestation of the City of Kindu between 1986 and 2020
Abstract
This study explores the factors underlying deforestation in the city of Kindu, Democratic Republic of Congo. It concludes that deforestation in Kindu is a serious problem, exacerbated by population growth and unsustainable agricultural practices.
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