Forests, often called the lungs of our planet, play a critical
role in sustaining biodiversity, regulating climate and supporting
livelihoods. Yet, deforestation remains one of the most pressing
environmental challenges of our time.
As global markets increasingly prioritise sustainability,
measures to combat deforestation are reshaping international trade
policies and supply chains.
A European regulation aimed at preventing commodities linked to
deforestation from entering the market will take effect in 2025.
Ugandan farmers, particularly coffee and cocoa exporters, will not
be immune to its impact.
Forests in Uganda
Forests cover approximately 15% of Uganda's land and
contribute approximately 8.7% to the national economy. According to
Global Forest Watch, Uganda lost 77.1 kilo hectares of primary
forest in the last twenty years, making up 7.2% of the nation's
total tree cover loss. The dominant driver of tree cover loss
resulted from deforestation, majority
