Ethiopians Plant 700 Million Tree Seedlings in Single Day for Reforestation

Ethiopians Plant 700 Million Tree Seedlings in Single Day for Reforestation
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Ethiopia has achieved a remarkable feat in its national reforestation efforts, with citizens planting 700 million tree seedlings in a single day as part of the ambitious Green Legacy Initiative, Africanews reported. This massive undertaking, launched by Prime Minister Abiy Ahmed in 2019, aims to plant 50 billion trees across the nation by 2026.

The campaign has evolved into a widespread national culture focused on environmental restoration. On the day of the record-breaking planting, government offices across Ethiopia were closed to encourage participation, with an estimated 15 million Ethiopians of all ages joining the effort in both rural and urban areas.

The Green Legacy Initiative’s primary goals are to combat climate change, severe deforestation, and land degradation. Ethiopia’s forest cover has drastically declined over the past century, leading to significant environmental and agricultural challenges. The ongoing campaign seeks to restore the country’s ecosystems, with the nation reportedly on track to plant 48 billion trees by the end of the current rainy season. The initiative has also attracted international attention, with foreign diplomats and leaders participating annually.