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The Democratic Republic of the Congo (DRC) is witnessing a significant decline in tree cover, with a net loss of approximately 6 million hectares over recent years, representing a 3.55% decrease. This trend is largely driven by shifting agriculture, which accounts for the majority of tree cover loss. In addition, the region of North-Kivu has recently reported a fire incident, highlighting the ongoing environmental challenges faced by the country.
From 2001 to 2025, the DRC experienced fluctuating rates of tree cover loss, with the most substantial losses occurring in 2014 and 2017. Shifting agriculture remains the dominant driver, contributing to over 90% of the tree cover loss. Other factors include forestry, urbanization, and wildfires, though their impact is significantly less.
The recent fire incident in North-Kivu underscores the urgent need for sustainable land management practices. As the DRC continues to grapple with these environmental issues, it is crucial to foster discussions on effective strategies to mitigate tree cover loss and address the root causes of these incidents.
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