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What percentage of Africa's GDP does wood contribute to?
What percentage of Africa's GDP does wood contribute to?
6%
Which African countries are known for logging activities and the export of valuable woods like mahogany and okoume?
Which African countries are known for logging activities and the export of valuable woods like mahogany and okoume?
Democratic Republic of the Congo, Gabon, and Equatorial Guinea
Why is overharvesting a concern in the wood industry in Africa?
Why is overharvesting a concern in the wood industry in Africa?
Overharvesting can lead to the depletion of certain tree species.
Which region of Africa is particularly important to the fishing industry?
Which region of Africa is particularly important to the fishing industry?
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How much fish did West Africa produce in the year 2000?
How much fish did West Africa produce in the year 2000?
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What is the purpose of the Partnership for African Fisheries program?
What is the purpose of the Partnership for African Fisheries program?
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What percentage of Africa's GDP comes from minerals on average?
What percentage of Africa's GDP comes from minerals on average?
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What percentage of global gold production came from Africa in 2008?
What percentage of global gold production came from Africa in 2008?
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What was the purpose of the Kimberley Process Certification Scheme created by the United Nations in 2002?
What was the purpose of the Kimberley Process Certification Scheme created by the United Nations in 2002?
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What percentage of the world's total natural gas was produced by Africa in 2007?
What percentage of the world's total natural gas was produced by Africa in 2007?
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