Sudan Battles Single Fire Incident in South Kordofan Amid Shifting Agriculture Strain

Sudan Battles Single Fire Incident in South Kordofan Amid Shifting Agriculture Strain

A recent fire incident in South Kordofan, Sudan, has highlighted the ongoing environmental challenges the country faces. The incident, occurring on December 7, 2024, adds to a history of environmental strain, primarily driven by shifting agriculture practices. Over the years, these practices have led to significant tree cover loss, with a notable 68.34 hectares lost in 2017 alone due to such activities.

Sudan's tree cover extent stands at approximately 72,712 hectares, which is a mere fraction of its vast land area of over 187 million hectares. The country has experienced a net change in tree cover that includes a loss of 85,308 hectares, but also a gain of 216,597 hectares, indicating some positive developments in reforestation efforts. The net change has resulted in an overall increase of 131,288 hectares in tree cover, marking a 3.45% change.