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ABOUT Mabondo Rene
Mabondo Rene
Mabondo René Association (Mbigou/Muyiku): An association of the Indigenous Babongo (“Pygmy”) people dedicated to iboga agroforestry, beekeeping, and traditional healing.
Overview
Context
A rural community revitalized by BOTF, developing an integrated model of autonomy (agroforestry + beekeeping + traditional care).
Actions in 2023
Support for cultivating iboga under forest canopy.
Installation of 50 active beehives and training in beekeeping.
Funding school fees for children and renovating 10 homes.
Purchase and securing of agroforestry land.
2024 Actions
Continuation of care and artisanal initiatives.
International distribution of documentaries.
Strengthening of intercultural activities (exhibitions, gatherings).
Results
Community income generated through honey and handicrafts.
Revival of traditional healing practices.
Secured land tenure and strengthened village cohesion.
Challenges
Increased national and international visibility for BOTF and Ebando.
Cultural recognition of the role of women.
Perspectives
Structuring a Babongo cooperative for beekeeping and forest products.
Creating a community label: “Muyiku Honey & Iboga.”
Becoming a BOTF pilot site for sustainable rural autonomy.
