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The dense forests of Gabon, in Central Africa, represent a largely unexplored archaeological site despite their rich potential. The Youmbidi cave, in Lastoursville (Ogooué-Lolo province), is a key site for filling this gap. This study had a dual purpose: a scientific interest in reconstructing the ancient history of human-forest interactions, and a heritage interest in building a collective memory and preserving this legacy.
The study aimed to introduce students to archaeological research methods and to uncover remains in order to understand the ways in which prehistoric populations occupied the site. The central question was: what activities were carried out there, and what results were obtained? The methodology employed, including gridding, sieving, and geophysical analyses (magnetic susceptibility), was designed to answer this question. 
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