List of Undergraduate Graduands 1 BSc. Forestry 2 BSc. Wildlife Management 3 Bachelor of Tourism Management 4 Bachelor of Wood Technologies and Value Addition List of Postgraduate GraduandsRead More
Addressing climate change in East and Southern Africa is a multifaceted challenge that requires a comprehensive approach to mitigate its effects and adapt to the changing environment. The region is particularly vulnerable to climate change due to its reliance on rain-fed agriculture, which is susceptible to erratic weather patterns, droughts, and flooding. These climate-related impacts...Read More
The Mara-Serengeti ecosystem, straddling the border between Kenya and Tanzania, is renowned as one of the most iconic wildlife areas in Africa. This vast expanse encompasses Kenya’s Maasai Mara National Reserve and Tanzania’s Serengeti National Park, together creating a dynamic habitat teeming with biodiversity. Spanning approximately 30,000 square kilometers, the ecosystem is characterized by a...Read More
The U.S. Forest Service has announced plans to decommission an unofficial user-made trail located within the meadow south of the Marys Peak Summit Day Use parking area on the Siuslaw National Forest. This decision is part of a broader initiative aimed at eradicating invasive species that threaten the local ecosystem. By closing off this trail...Read More
Climate-Smart Forestry refers to an integrated approach to forest management that prioritizes the sustainable use of forest resources while simultaneously addressing climate change impacts. This approach focuses on enhancing the resilience of forest ecosystems, improving their ability to sequester carbon, and promoting practices that lead to better environmental, social, and economic outcomes. By adopting climate-smart...Read More
The First Annual Indigenous Forestry Conference recently attracted hundreds of attendees, highlighting the increasing recognition of the invaluable insights offered by Indigenous resource management practices in the context of contemporary forestry challenges. This groundbreaking event served as a platform for Indigenous leaders, scholars, and forestry professionals to share knowledge and experiences, emphasizing the importance of...Read More
Biodiversity credits are a relatively new financial mechanism designed to incentivize the protection and restoration of ecosystems. They function similarly to carbon credits but focus on conserving biodiversity rather than reducing greenhouse gas emissions. These credits are generated when specific actions are taken to protect, enhance, or restore ecosystems, habitats, or species. Entities that negatively...Read More
Wataalamu na taasisi zinazohusika na utoaji wa taaluma na utafiti wa miti wametakiwa kuishawishi Serikali ya Jamhuri ya Muungano wa Tanzania kuanzisha stoo ya mbegu ya miti ya asili ya muda mrefu ili kuepuka kuendelea kupoteza miti hiyo kutokana na uharibifu mkubwa katika misitu ya asili. Akijibu hoja mbalimbali zilizotolewa kwenye mjadala katika Maadhimisho ya...Read More
Since its head office opened in Johannesburg 16 years ago, the African arm of environmental campaign group Greenpeace has made a name for itself, battling governments and corporations to defend forests, protect oceans and tackle climate change. It was an organisation staff said they were proud to work for. But an internal restructuring – which...Read More