TED: A hero of the Congo forest | Corneille Ewango

The speaker shares their journey from growing up in Congo, engaging in poaching due to economic hardships, to pursuing education in botany and wildlife conservation. They describe the challenges faced during the Congo wars, including the destruction of conservation efforts and the impact on local communities. Despite these challenges, they emphasize the importance of education and capacity building for future generations to ensure better conservation and development in Africa.

How did the speaker's background influence their career choices?

What motivated the speaker to pursue studies in tropical ecology and plant botany?

What role did the speaker play in wildlife conservation efforts?

Explain the significance of the Okapi in the context of the speaker's work.

Describe the challenges faced by the speaker during the war in Congo.

What were the impacts of mining and poaching on the environment as described by the speaker?

What are the current challenges in wildlife conservation mentioned by the speaker?

What strategies did the speaker use to negotiate with armed groups during the conflict?

How did the speaker's education and experiences shape their views on conservation?

Discuss the importance of building capacities for the younger generation in Africa as highlighted by the speaker.