The cornerstone of rebuilding wildlife habitats
Mopani Nursery, located in Lubangwe, Zimbabwe, is an initiative dedicated to promoting sustainable land use and conservation practices. Founded in response to the widespread felling of Mopani trees for charcoal production, the nursery aims to restore deforested areas and promote eco-friendly practices, through nursing mainly indigenous trees for reforestation purposes
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I have always been a lover of nature, so it did not take me long long to realise that the reforestation program run by the community needed a reliable source of tree seedlings.
Water remains a challenge for us, however we are committed to growing at least a 1000 trees annually
Sothile Ndiweni: Nursery Founder
The Nursery’s impact centres around:
Biodiversity Conservation: Restore degraded habitats, promoting biodiversity and ecosystem services.
Climate Change Mitigation: Sequester carbon through reforestation efforts, contributing to climate change mitigation.
Community Empowerment: Provide education, training, and economic opportunities for local communities, promoting sustainable livelihoods.
Sustainable Land Use: Promote eco-friendly practices, reducing land degradation and promoting sustainable agriculture.
Our Activities include
Indigenous Tree Nursery: Establish and maintain the nursery for Mopani and other indigenous tree species.
Reforestation: Plant trees in deforested areas, restoring ecosystem balance and promoting biodiversity.
Sustainable Agriculture: Promote organic farming practices, reducing land under tillage and minimizing chemical use.
Conservation Education: Engage with local schools, educating students on conservation importance and practices.
Research and Development: Conduct research on indigenous tree benefits, informing conservation efforts and promoting sustainable land use practices.
