Saamaka tribe uses tech to document Amazon logging in Suriname

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What did the Saamaka men discover in the rainforest?

Saamaka men discovered an abandoned excavator and logging camps in a part of Suriname's Amazon rainforest that they believed should have remained untouched. They also found remnants of food and supplies, suggesting recent use by loggers.

How are the Saamaka people protecting their territory?

The Saamaka people are using modern technology, such as satellite images and GPS mapping, to document incursions like logging and mining into their ancestral lands. This documentation aims to support their efforts to gain formal government recognition and protection for their traditional forest management systems.

What is Suriname's government doing about forest protection?

Suriname pledged last year to protect 90% of its tropical forests and strengthen conservation laws. The government is updating its legal framework to allow community-protected areas to be formally established and is open to working with traditional authorities on forest protection.