Senegal
The Nganda Region of Senegal is located in the central part of the country, characterised by a semi-arid climate and savanna landscapes.
It faces challenges like deforestation and soil degradation, impacting local agriculture and biodiversity. Tree planting opportunities in Nganda focus on reforestation, agroforestry, and community-led projects to combat desertification, improve soil quality, support livelihoods, and enhance the local ecosystem.
Nganda Region, Senegal
Planting partner: Veritree
Site coordinates: 13.835877, -15.414662
Forest type: Agroforestry
Tree species: Mammoth Baobab, Mahogany, Tamarind, Honey, Silk Cotton
Planting seasons: July - August
CO2 Sequestration: 1.6 tonnes per tree
UN SDGs: 1- No Poverty, 2 – Zero Hunger, 5 – Gender Equality, 10 – Reduced Inequalities, 13 – Climate Action, 15 – Life on Land
In Senegal, the conventional crop intensification model has proven inadequate, jeopardizing livelihoods, degrading soils, contributing to biodiversity loss, and aggravating the effects of climate change. Peanut monocropping has led to adverse environmental and economic impacts.
The Ndankou and Patte Forests, despite successful past management, face threats such as encroaching peanut farming and reduced forest cover.
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