Sector
Forestry and sustainable natural resources
Sustainable forest management and certified products.
Overview
The south-western forest belongs to the Congo Basin. Sustainable management and certification are essential.
Potential opportunities
- Certified timber processing
- Non-timber forest products
- Carbon projects
- Reforestation
Key considerations
- Forestry code and management plans
- Community rights
- Legality and traceability
Investor requirements
- Company profile and project sponsors
- Business plan and feasibility study
- Compliance with registration and sector licensing requirements
- Environmental and social impact assessment where applicable
Infrastructure requirements
Access to power, transport, water and telecommunications to be assessed site by site, in coordination with the relevant operators. No capacity is guaranteed without verification.
Environmental and social responsibilities
Impact assessment as required by regulation, community consultation, local employment and compliance with applicable international standards.
Relevant public institutions
The supervising sector ministry, GUFE for company formation, the tax administration and the ministry of environment. Detailed list pending verification.
Verified opportunities
No verified opportunity has yet been published for this sector.
Frequently asked questions
Who issues licences in this sector?
The competent ministry or regulator. CAIPA helps you identify it.
Are there specific incentives?
They depend on the Investment Charter and sector texts.