Ethiopia expands dryland forest cover from 1.9% to 22% in nine years

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Ethiopia's dryland regions have undergone a dramatic transformation in forest cover over the past nine years. The expansion was driven by two key practices: assisted natural regeneration and deliberate tree planting efforts. As forest density increased, severe topsoil erosion in the country's mountainous areas declined significantly. These results align closely with Ethiopia's broader environmental goals and green economy strategy. The success offers a replicable model for restoring degraded communal lands in similar regions.

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