Tanzania's Njombe Region Reports a Fire Incident Amidst Ongoing Tree Cover Challenges

Tanzania's Njombe Region Reports a Fire Incident Amidst Ongoing Tree Cover Challenges

Tanzania, a country with a land area of over 94 million hectares, has experienced a notable shift in its tree cover over recent years. The country's tree cover extent, which stands at over 26 million hectares, has been subject to various pressures leading to a net loss in tree cover.

Analysis of historical data reveals that shifting agriculture has been the predominant driver of tree cover loss, accounting for a substantial percentage of the total loss each year. Forestry activities, wildfires, and urbanization also contribute to the decline, albeit to a lesser extent. Over the years, these factors have cumulatively led to a net decrease in tree cover of approximately 3.80 million hectares, marking an 11.30% change in the landscape.