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3 Aug 2024

Angola Grapples with Tree Cover Loss Amid Recent Fire Incident in Cuando Cubango
Angola Grapples with Tree Cover Loss Amid Recent Fire Incident in Cuando Cubango

Angola has faced a significant challenge in managing its tree cover, with recent data indicating a concerning trend of loss over the years. The latest incident, a fire in the Cuando Cubango Province, underscores the ongoing struggle against environmental degradation. Over the past two decades, Angola has seen a net loss in tree cover of approximately 2.19 million hectares, which equates to a 4.41% decrease from its original tree cover extent.

The primary driver of this loss has been shifting agriculture, responsible for the vast majority of tree cover decline. This practice alone has led to a loss of millions of hectares and has been the leading cause of deforestation in the country. Wildfires, although less significant in comparison, have also contributed to the loss, with thousands of hectares affected over the years.

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The impact of this loss is not only felt in the depletion of tree cover but also in the substantial carbon emissions that result. The data shows that shifting agriculture and other factors have led to billions of megagrams of CO2 equivalent emissions, exacerbating the global climate crisis.

The recent fire alert in Cuando Cubango is a stark reminder of the persistent environmental challenges facing Angola. With the country's rich biodiversity and the importance of its forests for local and global ecosystems, the ongoing tree cover loss is a critical issue that continues to demand attention and action.

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