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13 Jan 2025

Ethiopia Witnesses Significant Tree Cover Loss Over Two Decades
Ethiopia Witnesses Significant Tree Cover Loss Over Two Decades

Over the past two decades, Ethiopia has experienced a substantial decline in its tree cover. Analysis of historical data reveals that the country has faced a net loss of approximately 738,330 hectares, which equates to a 3.61% decrease in tree cover. The primary driver of this loss has been shifting agriculture, accounting for the vast majority of tree cover reduction. Other contributing factors include urbanization, forestry activities, and wildfires, with shifting agriculture alone responsible for a staggering 96.70% of the total tree cover loss.

The most recent incident in Oromia, Ethiopia, recorded on January 13, 2025, adds to the ongoing concern about the country's environmental stability. While the incident count on that date was one, the cumulative effect of such incidents over the years has had a significant impact on the country's natural resources.

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The tree cover extent in Ethiopia, which stands at over 12 million hectares, represents a critical component of the country's ecological and economic well-being. The loss of tree cover not only affects biodiversity and climate regulation but also has implications for local communities that depend on these forests for their livelihoods.

As the country moves forward, the data underscores the importance of sustainable land management practices to mitigate further loss and promote recovery of the affected areas. The challenge remains to balance agricultural expansion with the preservation of Ethiopia's natural forests to ensure a sustainable future for the nation's environment and its people.

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