Sudan Battles Isolated Fire Incident in South Darfur Amidst Ongoing Tree Cover Challenges

Sudan Battles Isolated Fire Incident in South Darfur Amidst Ongoing Tree Cover Challenges

In a recent development, Sudan has reported a solitary fire incident in the South Darfur region, highlighting the country's continuous struggle with environmental challenges. Despite representing a minimal increase in the number of incidents, the event underscores the broader context of Sudan's tree cover loss over the years.

Sudan, with a land area of over 187 million hectares, has experienced significant fluctuations in tree cover. The country's tree cover extent is approximately 72,713 hectares, a minuscule fraction of its total land area. Over the past two decades, the nation has seen a net change in tree cover that suggests a complex interplay of loss and gain. The total tree cover loss amounts to 85,309 hectares, while the gain is recorded at 216,598 hectares, resulting in a net positive change of 131,289 hectares. This equates to an overall increase of 3.45% in tree cover.