Liberia: Timber Extraction in Western Lofa Threatens the Proposed Foya Protected Area, Yandohun Hydro Power

Jan 27, 2022 | Paul M. Kanneh, Global News Network
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What appears to be illegal large-scale chainsaw timber extraction in Lofa County threatens the Proposed Foya Protected Area that is situated in Western Lofa. The timber harvest is reportedly being conducted by the Desire Construction Company, a local construction contractor with headquarters in Johnsonville, Montserrado County. Six towns, Kamatahun, Fokolahun, Yengema, Yalahun, Seghbema and Ngombu in Hassala Clan, Wanhassa District are the affected communities of the massive timber extraction.