Sustainable roots: How community forestry builds economic resilience in Tanzania As the global community marks International Day of Forests 2026 under the theme ‘Forests and economies’, the connection between healthy forest ecosystems and stable local economies has never been clearer. The United Nations and the Food and Agriculture Organisation (FAO) explicitly state that forests are… Continue reading International Day of Forests 2026: Forests and economies
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Africa Environment Day: The Maathai blueprint for Africa’s water future
On March 3, 2026, we once again unite to honour Africa Environment Day and Wangari Maathai Day. This day reminds us of Africa’s extraordinary ecological wealth and the enduring legacy of Professor Wangari Maathai, whose vision continues to inspire environmental stewardship across the continent. Recent reports from the World Meteorological Organization highlight that African nations… Continue reading Africa Environment Day: The Maathai blueprint for Africa’s water future
International Day for Biological Diversity 2025: explore Nature-based solutions to climate change
On 22th May the world celebrates International Day for Biological Diversity to raise awareness of the value that diversity brings to our ecosystems, human life and wildlife. Biological diversity (or biodiversity for short), and Nature-based Solutions (NbS) offer huge benefits to people in the search for new medicines, the fight against climate change and maintaining… Continue reading International Day for Biological Diversity 2025: explore Nature-based solutions to climate change