Feb 17
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Virunga National Park, established in 1925 in the Democratic Republic of Congo, is Africa’s oldest national park and a UNESCO World Heritage Site renowned for its extreme biodiversity.
Spanning 7,800 sq km, it features volcanoes, rainforests, and savannas, protecting the endangered mountain gorilla and other key species.
The park faces significant threats from armed conflict and poaching, yet operates vital conservation and community development programs.
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