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Forestry Outlook study for Africa 2003, ISBN 92-5-004913-7 The Forestry Outlook Study for Africa (FOSA), initiated on the recommendations of the African Forestry and Wildlife Commission and the Near East Forestry Commission, is one of the series of regional outlook studies undertaken by FAO in partnership with the countries and institutions concerned about forests and forestry in the region.

Sustainable Management of Tropical Forests in Central Africa In Search of Excellence FAO, 2003. FAO Forestry Paper 143. 140p. ISBN:9251049769. To highlight the numerous efforts undertaken in forest management in Central Africa within the past 20 years, FAO, within the framework of the FAO/Netherlands Partnership Programme and in close collaboration with regional and international organizations, launched an initiative entitled “In search of excellence” to identify and document successful examples of sustainable management of Central African forests.

Forestry Outlook for Africa (FOSA) FAO, 2003. The Forestry Outlook Study for Africa (FOSA) is one among the series of regional sector outlook studies initiated by FAO in collaboration with member countries to examine the direction of development of forests and forestry. The study was endorsed by African countries at the eleventh session of the African Forestry and Wildlife Commission, held in Dakar, Senegal in April 1998. FAO Press release: FAO calls for enhanced role of forests in Africa

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Soudan Post conflict Environment Assessement UNEP, 2007 , ISBN No: 978-92-807-2702-9 The Sudan Post Conflict Environmental Assessment provides an overview of environmental status and issues for Sudan and its territorial waters of the Red Sea. It focuses on linkages between the environment, conflict and the ongoing humanitarian and development programmes. Topics addressed include environmental institutions and legislation, the marine and freshwater environments, agricultural land use and degradation, forestry, wildlife conservation and protected areas and the impact and environmental resource needs of displaced populations. The report is based upon a combination of desk study work, remote sensing and field reconnaissance missions.

Africa's lakes: Atlas of Our Changing Environment UNEP, 2006. ISBN: 92-807-2694-3. Water is vital for our survival. Africa is the second largest and the second most populous continent after Asia. It is endowed with both natural and artificial lakes and is home to some of the largest lakes in the world. These lakes are used for fishing, recreation, transport, irrigation, power generation, disposal of waste and a variety of domestic purposes. Over the years, human factors combined with natural conditions of climate and geology have influenced their water quality and quantity to some extent. Negative impacts have resulted in environmental disruptions to some of the Lakes basins. This atlas vividly illustrates some of the changes people and nature have brought about on Africa’s lakes -both good and bad- over the last decades and presents an overview analysis of Africa’s lakes situation.

Africa Environment Outlook 2 - Our Environment, Our Wealth UNEP, 2006. ISBN: 92-807-2691-9. Profiles Africa’s environmental resources as an asset for the region’s development. The report highlights the opportunities presented by the natural resource base to support development and the objectives of the African Union (AU) and the New Partnership for Africa’s Development (NEPAD). The report underscores the need for sustainable livelihoods, and the importance of environmental initiatives in supporting them. Emphasis is put on what should and can be done with existing (remaining) environmental assets, in the context of identified constraints (issues), rather than focusing on what has been already lost.

Seychelles Post-Tsunami Environmental Assessment UNEP, 2006. ISBN: 92-807-2654-4.

Africa Environment Outlook, Case studies: Human Vulnerability to Environmental Change UNEP, 2004. 188p. ISBN: 9280723650. A follow up to 2003’s African Environment Outlook (AEO), these case studies are designed to stimulate interest and action in similar situations at national, sub-regional and regional levels. Written by experts in their fields these case studies are an essential companion to the original AEO publication. Also available in French.

Desk Study on the Environment in Liberia UNEP, 2004. 118 p. ISBN 92-807-2403-7. The report was compiled by the Post Conflict Assessment Unit of UNEP. It carries 60 recommendations for improving the environment and development prospects for Liberia. The report was prepared as part of the United Nations Development Group’s (UNDG) Needs Assessment for Liberia.

Mangroves of East Africa - UNEP-WCMC, 2003. Biodiversity Series 13. ISBN: 1 899628211. Michelle Taylor, Corinna Ravilious, Edmund P. Green. This publication provides a concise account of the available information and current issues facing mangroves in East African countries. It comprises a regional summary of the factors and activities that affect mangroves across East Africa, and a series of reports that focus on South Africa, Mozambique, Madagascar, Tanzania, the Seychelles, Kenya and Somalia.

Regionally Based Assessment of Persistent Toxic Sunstances Sub-Saharan Africa UNEP/CHEMICALS, 2003. 132p. GE.03-00151.

Regionally Based Assessment of Persistent Toxic Substances Mediterranean UNEP/CHEMICALS, 2003. GE.03-00149.

African Environment Outlook: Integrated Environmental Assesment Reporting UNEP, 2002. 400p. ISBN: 9280721011. Africa Environment Outlook is the first comprehensive integrated report on the African environment. The AEO assessment methodology is derived from UNEP’s cutting edge Global Environment Outlook (GEO) Process.

Vital Climate Graphics Africa: The Impacts of Climate Change UNEP/GRID, 2002. 29p.. ISBN: 8277010192. UNEP, African experts and GRID Arendal have combined to create this easily understandable scientific information for policy makers and others interested in the impact of climate change in Africa. The main points of the IPCC 2001 report are presented in easily understandable graphics and short texts with a special focus on Africa.