African UNESCO Global Geoparks NETWORK
The African network of UNESCO Global Geoparks, of which M'Goun is a founding member
The African UNESCO Global Geoparks Network
The African UNESCO Global Geoparks Network (AUGGN) is the regional network that brings together UNESCO geoparks on the African continent. It was officially established in 2021, with M'Goun Geopark as a founding and pioneering member.
Africa has an exceptionally rich geological heritage: some of the oldest rocks on the planet, spectacular volcanic formations, fossils of world importance and unique geomorphological landscapes. The AUGGN network aims to promote this heritage while fostering sustainable development of local communities.
M'Goun Geopark plays a leading role in this network, with over 10 years of experience as a UNESCO geopark. It shares its best practices with emerging African geoparks and actively contributes to the development of the AUGGN network.
AUGGN network objectives
Promote the development of geoparks on the African continent
Facilitate exchanges of experiences between African geoparks
Support applications from new African geoparks for UNESCO designation
Promote the exceptional geological heritage of the African continent
African UNESCO Global Geoparks Network
M'Goun: African Pioneer
Designated in 2014, M'Goun Geopark is the first UNESCO geopark in Africa and the Arab world. It is a founding member of the AUGGN network.
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Map of UNESCO Global Geoparks in Africa
Location of UNESCO Global Geoparks on the African continent
UNESCO Global Geoparks in Africa
M'Goun UNESCO Global Geopark
First geopark in Africa and the Arab world. 5,730 km², 22 labelled geosites, Central High Atlas.
Ngorongoro-Lengai UNESCO Global Geopark
Ngorongoro Crater, Olduvai Gorge (cradle of humanity), Ol Doinyo Lengai (active volcano).
Dahar UNESCO Global Geopark
Saharan and pre-Saharan landscapes of southern Tunisia, exceptional geological formations, Berber heritage and marine fossils.