In a recent development, Sudan has reported a single fire incident in the South Kordofan region. This comes against a backdrop of significant environmental challenges, as historical data reveals a complex picture of tree cover loss primarily driven by shifting agriculture. Over the years, Sudan has experienced a fluctuating trend in tree cover loss, with a notable peak in 2011, where over 205 hectares were lost. Despite these losses, there has been a net gain in tree cover of approximately 131,289 hectares, indicating a positive change of 3.45%.
The country's tree cover extent, which stands at around 72,713 hectares, has been impacted by various factors, with shifting agriculture accounting for a substantial portion of the tree cover loss. However, the absence of data on other potential drivers such as forestry, wildfires, and urbanization leaves a gap in fully understanding the scope of the issue.
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