In Congo, activists look to Pope to boost forest protections

In Congo, activists look to Pope to boost forest protections

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Local climate activists in Congo are hoping Pope Francis' visit will help spur action to protect the country's rainforest from oil and gas interests. The Pope's call to protect Congo's “great green lungs of the world” on Tuesday was welcomed by campaigners who see the papal visit as a fresh…

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