The impact of wildfires, although less significant than shifting agriculture, has also been notable. The latest incident in Cunene Province on July 29, 2024, adds to the growing list of fire-related disturbances in the country's ecosystems. While the number of incidents may seem minimal, the cumulative effect over time contributes to the broader environmental degradation.
The consequences of these trends are multifaceted, affecting not only the natural biodiversity but also the carbon sequestration potential of the region. With a net loss of over 2.10 million hectares of tree cover, Angola faces a challenge in reversing these trends and mitigating the environmental impact of such extensive land-use changes.
