The most recent incident in Benishangul-Gumuz, Ethiopia, where a fire alert was recorded, underscores the ongoing challenges the nation faces in preserving its forests. The cumulative effect of these losses is not only a concern for biodiversity but also for carbon emissions, as the lost tree cover corresponds to millions of metric tons of CO2 emissions.
The trend over the years has been a cause for alarm, with the highest tree cover loss recorded in 2023. This calls for a broader discussion on sustainable land use and forest management practices to mitigate the adverse effects on Ethiopia's environment.
