100 Years of Virunga National Park

  • 3,000 square miles actively conserved

  • Improving water accessibility for 300,000 people

  • 44 endangered species actively conserved

  • Supplying electricity to 70% of Goma

  • 11,275 jobs created in the green economy

Wildlife Conservation

PROTECT & PRESERVE

Virunga National Park is Africa’s most biodiverse protected area, home to over one thousand species of mammal, bird, reptile, and amphibian as well as 1/3 of the world’s endangered mountain gorillas. Located on the eastern edge of the Congo Basin, the world’s second-largest tropical rainforest, Virunga has become known as the park of fire and ice for its diverse habitats ranging from the Rwenzori peaks to savanna and volcanic plains. Despite being a UNESCO World Heritage site, Virunga is constantly threatened by war, poaching and illegal activities as well as unpreventable natural disasters.

With the support of donors, the Virunga Foundation actively conserves the Park which spans over 3,000 square miles.

Wildlife

Powering People

Protecting Nature

At Virunga, we believe that the future of Africa’s oldest national park is inseparable from the well-being of the communities that surround it. Through the Virunga Alliance, we are unlocking the park’s vast potential – creating jobs through eco-tourism, delivering renewable energy to fuel businesses and homes, and empowering farmers through sustainable agriculture. This work is not just about conservation – it’s about building a thriving green economy that uplifts people while safeguarding one of the world’s most extraordinary landscapes. Explore our project map to see how together, we are shaping a brighter future for Virunga and its communities.

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