Côte d'Ivoire has been facing a significant environmental challenge as data reveals a persistent loss of tree cover over the years. The West African nation, with an area of over 32 million hectares, has experienced a decline in tree cover extent, which stood at approximately 14.90 million hectares. The loss of tree cover has been primarily driven by shifting agriculture, contributing to the majority of the decrease, followed by urbanization and forestry activities.
The trend of tree cover loss has been alarming, with a net loss of over 2.50 million hectares and a net change in tree cover of approximately -6.94%. This loss has not only affected the landscape but also the carbon emissions, with millions of metric tons of CO2 equivalent being released into the atmosphere as a result of these activities.
Explore country profileThe latest incident data from Zanzan District indicates ongoing challenges, with fire alerts continuing to emerge. These incidents contribute to the broader pattern of environmental degradation observed across the country. The cumulative effects of these losses underscore the need for a focused discussion on sustainable land management and conservation strategies to mitigate the impact on Côte d'Ivoire's rich biodiversity and the global climate.
