BioInnovate Africa is the largest regional innovation-driven bioeconomy platform in Africa, comprising over 400 scientists and innovators based in more than 130 organisations. It currently operates in eight countries: Burundi, Democratic Republic of Congo (DR Congo), Ethiopia, Kenya, Rwanda, South Sudan, Tanzania, and Uganda. BioInnovate Africa was established in 2010 with support from the Swedish...Read More
CIFOR-ICRAF The Center for International Forestry Research (CIFOR) and World Agroforestry (ICRAF) envision a more equitable world where trees in all landscapes, from drylands to the humid tropics, enhance the environment and well-being for all. CIFOR and ICRAF are non-profit science institutions that build and apply evidence to today’s most pressing challenges, including energy insecurity...Read More
Over 4 million hectares of tree cover – an area equivalent to the size of Switzerland – may have been cleared to make space for rubber plantations since the 1990s. Out of all the rubber planted, 1 million hectares may have been established in key biodiversity areas – sites that contribute significantly to biodiversity in...Read More
According to a recent study on shallow-water ecosystems, by 2100, mangroves, tidal marshes, and coral habitats could all significantly diminish due to climate change and coastal land usage, whereas seagrass meadows could expand and macroalgal beds might remain steady. The results of this study are published in the open-access journal PLOS Climate by Hirotada Moki and colleagues...Read More
Position Dr. Ian Munanura invites applications from doctoral students for a graduate assistantship position in his lab at Oregon State University. The successful candidate will commence their role as a research and teaching assistant in Fall 2024, with a funded stipend and tuition. This assistantship will be dedicated to researching barriers that impede people from...Read More
The total coverage area of Bamboo in Tanzania is estimated at 1,025,033 ha. Bamboo naturally occurs in low-altitude and mountainous areas. These resources if well managed, can contribute substantially to socio-economic development, environmental conservation and the national economy. The country is a founding member of the International Organization for Bamboos and Rattan (INBAR) since 1997...Read More
On the auspicious occasion of November 23, 2023, Sokoine University of Agriculture (SUA) is gearing up to host its 42nd Graduation Ceremony at the Edward Moringe Campus. This significant event marks the culmination of academic achievements, a moment of pride for graduates, the College, the School, and the entire university community. The Edward Moringe Campus,...Read More
The African Forest Forum, in its 2023 annual plan of work, aims to develop a Partnership Policy that will increase its partnership portfolio at national, regional, and global levels; involve more actors; leverage additional resources for its work, and hence sustain the institution. In view of this, AFF is recruiting a regional expert to undertake the development of...Read More
Abstract Water conservation is necessary to minimize water losses and meet the needs of the growing population. While several domestic water conservation measures (WCMs) have been developed and promoted among households in Africa, the extent of adoption and factors associated with their adoption are not well understood. We conducted an analysis to assess the current...Read More
Abstract Tree diversity in the tropical forests face escalating threats from wildfires. This study assessed post-fire impacts and recovery patterns in Tanzanian Eastern Arc Mountains forests from 2017 to 2022 using field measurements and remote sensing techniques. Tree species diversity, composition, and forest stand parameters were compared between burned and unburned forest plots across two...Read More
