The Mayumbe Mountains are a low-lying area that spans the Republic of the Congo, Gabon, and Cabinda regions of Angola. At 600–900 m above sea level, they are composed of old metamorphic rocks and granite, and are covered with extensive tropical mountain rainforests. The hot and humid climate and high rainfall provide a rich biodiversity, and the vegetation varies vertically with altitude. The area is isolated and underdeveloped, with some indigenous people living there, but lacking infrastructure. The Mayumbe Mountains have economic value due to their rich resources (timber, minerals), but the balance between ecosystem conservation and development remains an important challenge.
What constraints does the Mayombe Mountains area have for human habitation?
These days, South Korea is enjoying mild and pleasant spring weather. Morning temperatures are cool (around 7–12°C), but afternoons warm up to 14–23°C. Skies are mostly clear with little rain, and cherry blossoms are in full bloom in many regions, adding beautiful colors to parks and streets. The air is dry, so stay hydrated, and be cautious of wildfire risks in forested areas. It’s a perfect time to explore—just bring a light jacket for the cooler mornings and evenings.
Cherry blossoms are in full bloom all over the country, creating beautiful scenery. However, even these beautiful seasonal changes are affected by climate change. In recent decades, spring has come earlier, and cherry blossoms are blooming one to two weeks earlier than before. This is because global warming has shortened winters and accelerated the rate at which temperatures rise in spring. In addition, the risk of forest fires is increasing as the atmosphere becomes very dry, and fine dust and yellow dust, which are characteristic of spring, remain as problems. In this way, seasonal changes are expanding beyond simple weather changes to environmental issues that affect the ecosystem and human health. In order to continue to enjoy the beautiful scenery of spring, awareness of and response to climate change are becoming more important.
How does the expansion of hydropower in the Republic of the Congo affect the local ecosystem?
The spread of biomass fuel requires advanced technology, so are there any technical difficulties?
