FDA Service Delivery Charter
The Forestry Development Authority (FDA) Service Delivery Charter is a pivotal document that outlines the commitment of the FDA to excellence in forestry management and service delivery. This charter acts as a guiding beacon, ensuring that the FDA's services are aligned with the needs and expectations of the public and stakeholders. It emphasizes the importance of transparency, accountability, and efficiency in all operations.
FDA Partners to Construct Staff Units in Lofa
On Saturday, March 8, 2025, Madam Nora G. Bowier, the Deputy Managing Director of Community, Conservation, and Carbon, broke ground for the construction of five units in Konia, Lofa County. These units will include offices and residences for the Chief Park Warden (CPW) and Rangers. The project is funded by Fauna and Flora International and aims to enhance the Rangers' ability to monitor the Wonegizi Forest Reserve.
FDA and Partners Celebrate World Wildlife Day
On Monday, March 3, 2025, the Forestry Development Authority (FDA) and its partners celebrated World Wildlife Day at the FDA compound in Whein Town, Paynesville. The event brought together FDA employees, university students studying forestry, and officials from various government ministries, agencies, and partners within the forestry sector. This year, World Wildlife Day was observed under the theme “Wildlife Conservation Finance: Investing in People and Planet.”
Liberia, Nigeria Share Experience on Climate Change
With shared climate challenges and similar adaptation goals, a high-level delegation from Liberia visited Nigeria through a “South-South Knowledge Exchange” initiative to harness both countries' collective experiences and expertise in implementing Reduced Emission from Deforestation and Forest Degradation (REDD)+ related projects/ programs as a mechanism for combatting climate change.
FDA Managing Director Urges Citizens to Protect Local Forests
Rudolph J. Merab Sr, the Managing Director (MD) of the Forestry Development Authority (FDA), has called on residents of Ziggida, Kpayaquelleh, and surrounding towns in Lofa County to monitor the Wonegizi protected area and the Gbalin forest for the benefit of their communities. This appeal was made during his recent visit to communities that host FDA-protected areas, accompanied by a delegation that included Weedor H. Gray, Technical Manager for Community Affairs; Comfort T. Sakui, Ecotourism Manager; Edward Appleton, Law Enforcement Manager; and Albert Blanyon, Technical Manager for Commercial Affairs.
