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22 Nov 2024

Mali Confronts Environmental Challenge as Tree Cover Loss Persists
Mali Confronts Environmental Challenge as Tree Cover Loss Persists

In a recent environmental update, Mali faces ongoing challenges with tree cover loss, which has been a persistent issue over the years. The West African nation, with an area of over 125 million hectares, has experienced a significant reduction in tree cover. The tree cover extent, which currently stands at approximately 25,098 hectares, has seen a net loss of 459,694 hectares over the years, with a net change in tree cover of -3.28%.

Shifting agriculture has been identified as the primary driver of this loss, contributing to the majority of tree cover reduction. This practice has led to increased emissions, with the total gross emissions from tree cover loss amounting to millions of megagrams of CO2 equivalent over the past two decades.

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The latest incident report from Mali indicates a fire alert in the Kayes Region, adding to the environmental pressures the country already faces. While the number of incidents is relatively low, with only one fire alert reported on November 22, 2024, the cumulative effect of these incidents, combined with other factors, poses a significant threat to the country's natural resources and environmental health.

The trend of tree cover loss in Mali underscores the need for sustainable land management practices and the importance of addressing the root causes of environmental degradation. The data reveals a complex challenge that requires attention and action to preserve Mali's remaining tree cover and to foster a more sustainable relationship with the land.

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