In a recent analysis of environmental data, Sudan has experienced significant fluctuations in tree cover over the years. The country, which spans over 187 million hectares, has a relatively small tree cover extent of approximately 72,713 hectares. The data reveals a net change in tree cover, with a stable area of 3,715,927.94 hectares, a loss of 85,308.98 hectares, and a gain of 216,597.75 hectares, resulting in a net increase of 131,288.77 hectares. This equates to a net change of 3.45%.
The primary driver of tree cover loss in Sudan has been identified as shifting agriculture, which is responsible for a substantial portion of the deforestation. Notably, in 2023, shifting agriculture accounted for over 89% of the total tree cover loss. Wildfires, while not as significant a factor, still contributed to the emissions of CO2 equivalent gases, with a notable incident occurring in the Unity region of South Sudan in 2025.
Explore country profileThe environmental impact of these changes is considerable, as tree cover plays a critical role in carbon sequestration and maintaining ecological balance. The data underscores the need for sustainable land management practices to mitigate the effects of shifting agriculture and other contributing factors to tree cover loss.
