Africa’s urban forests in focus: New compendium highlights lessons from Nigeria, Ghana, Senegal
A new compendium highlights the critical role of urban forests in African cities as a defense against climate change and rapid urbanization. The report uses case studies from Nigeria, Ghana, and Senegal to demonstrate how trees function as essential urban infrastructure.
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Integrating green spaces into urban planning is increasingly recognized as a vital strategy for climate resilience in developing nations.
- Advertisement - As African cities grapple with rising temperatures, rapid urbanisation, and worsening climate impacts, a new publication is reframing how policymakers, planners, and communities think about trees.
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