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5 Jan 2025

Ethiopia Battles Escalating Tree Cover Loss, Reports Single Fire Incident in Amhara
Ethiopia Battles Escalating Tree Cover Loss, Reports Single Fire Incident in Amhara

Ethiopia is grappling with a significant decline in tree cover, a trend that has persisted over the years. The latest data reveals a concerning pattern of tree cover loss, which has had a substantial impact on the country's natural landscape. As of 2023, the total tree cover loss reached 36,262.92 hectares, with shifting agriculture identified as the primary driver, responsible for the vast majority of this loss.

This loss represents a continuation of a worrying trend, with a net negative change in tree cover of -738,330.73 hectares, indicating a 3.61% decrease from the stable tree cover. The cumulative effects of shifting agriculture, urbanization, forestry practices, and wildfires have contributed to this decline. Notably, wildfires have been a persistent issue, although they account for a relatively smaller portion of the total loss compared to other factors.

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The most recent incident in Amhara, Ethiopia, where a single fire alert was reported on January 5, 2025, underscores the ongoing challenges the country faces in managing and preserving its tree cover. While this incident may seem minor in isolation, it is part of a larger pattern of environmental stress that Ethiopia must address.

The country's tree cover extent, which stands at 12,040,336.15 hectares, is under increasing pressure, and the continued loss has implications for biodiversity, climate regulation, and the livelihoods of communities dependent on these ecosystems. The data paints a clear picture of the need for sustainable land management practices to mitigate further loss and promote recovery of the affected areas.

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