Conservation and Sustainability
In the quiet power of trees lies an untapped engine of economic transformation. Eastern Africa’s landscapes—diverse, rich, and historically mismanaged—are increasingly becoming home to a burgeoning commercial forestry sector. Yet, this transformation isn’t just about planting trees and waiting for profits to sprout. It’s about smart investment, sound science, and long-term vision. Commercial forestry in… Continue reading Commercial Forestry in Eastern Africa
APRIL African sandalwood (Osyris lanceolata), a small tree or shrub native to East Africa and parts of Asia, is treasured for its fragrant wood and essential oils. Known for its diverse medicinal, cultural, and commercial applications, this species has become a symbol of both natural wealth and ecological vulnerability. Uses The utility of African sandalwood… Continue reading African Sandalwood: A Valuable Tree under threat