Pinda champions urban tree planting
Former Tanzanian Prime Minister Mizengo Pinda is leading a campaign to increase urban tree planting in Dodoma to combat climate change. The initiative aims to plant 20,000 trees to improve urban living conditions and environmental resilience.
Why it matters
Urban reforestation is a critical strategy for cities to mitigate the effects of climate change and improve public health in rapidly developing regions.
DODOMA: FORMER Prime Minister Mizengo Pinda has called on Tanzanians to embrace tree planting and environmental conservation as a shared national responsibility, saying expanding urban forests is vital in addressing climate change and improving the quality of life.
“Developing urban forests has become increasingly important as cities continue to expand, and increasing green spaces is essential for combating climate change while enhancing the quality of life for residents,” Mr Pinda said.
He urged citizens to actively participate in tree planting initiatives, stressing the need for greater public awareness, noting that planting trees must go hand in hand with long-term care and protection to ensure lasting environmental benefits.
“Every Tanzanian should see planting a tree as both a patriotic duty and an investment in future generations,” he said, adding that a healthy environment remains the foundation of a strong economy and improved public well-being.
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