From 2001 to 2022, Mozambique experienced a consistent rise in tree cover loss, with the highest recorded in 2017, at over 359,000 hectares. The subsequent years have seen slight fluctuations but maintained high levels of loss, underscoring the need for sustainable land management practices. Urbanization, though a minor contributor compared to agriculture, also plays a role in the changing landscape.
The net change in tree cover reveals a concerning trend, with a loss of nearly 4.90 million hectares and a modest gain of about 583,000 hectares. Disturbances have affected over 2 million hectares, further exacerbating the net loss. These figures highlight the urgency for interventions to mitigate the loss and promote recovery of the country's vital tree cover.