Quilombo Communities Fight for Land Titles in Amazon

In the Brazilian Amazon, quilombos, communities of descendants of runaway slaves, are using traditional methods to harvest acai berries, minimally invasive and protecting the rainforest. They push for land titles from the government to defend their rights and preserve ecosystems. Monteiro, an Afro-descendant leader, faces threats for protecting their land from illegal logging and agricultural expansion. Only 632 out of nearly 2500 quilombos have been officially mapped, making communities vulnerable to land invasions. Monteiro helps other quilombos obtain land titles, ensuring legal protection. The contrast between communities with and without titles is stark, with secure land ownership critical for preserving the Amazon. The Daily News Now! — Every city. Every story. AI-powered. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.