Zambia Faces Alarming Tree Cover Decline as Incidents Rise in Haut-Katanga

Zambia Faces Alarming Tree Cover Decline as Incidents Rise in Haut-Katanga

Zambia is witnessing a significant decline in tree cover, with a net loss of approximately 11.90% over the years. The latest incident in Haut-Katanga, Democratic Republic of the Congo, highlights the ongoing challenges. Shifting agriculture remains the primary driver, contributing to over 90% of the loss. The situation calls for increased awareness and discussions on sustainable practices to mitigate further environmental degradation.