By Burnett Munthali
Paramount Chief Kyungu has appealed to communities in Karonga District to not only plant trees but also protect and nurture them to maturity, recognizing the importance of sustainability in forestry efforts.
Speaking at the District Forestry Seasonal Launch at Chilambiro Primary School in Karonga, he stressed that tree-planting efforts succeed only if communities care for the seedlings, highlighting the need for collective responsibility in environmental conservation.
Karonga District Forest Officer Fanuel Mlinde echoed this, expressing confidence that with support from partners, the trees will be properly cared for to ensure a high survival rate, a crucial step towards achieving the district’s forestry goals.
One of the partners working with the forest office present at the event, United Servant SACCO, pledged to plant over 2 million trees by 2028 to support the move, demonstrating its commitment to environmental sustainability and community development.
The partnership between the forest office and stakeholders like United Servant SACCO is expected to make a significant impact on the district’s forestry landscape, contributing to a greener and healthier environment for future generations.
The District Forestry Seasonal Launch serves as a platform for stakeholders to come together and discuss strategies for improving forestry practices, sharing knowledge, and mobilizing resources for tree planting initiatives.
By working together, communities in Karonga District can overcome challenges related to deforestation and environmental degradation, creating a more sustainable future for themselves and generations to come.
The efforts of Paramount Chief Kyungu, the forest office, and partners underscore the importance of collaboration in achieving meaningful change and promoting environmental stewardship at the grassroots level.
As the district embarks on this ambitious tree-planting drive, the support and involvement of every community member are crucial to ensuring the success of these initiatives and securing a better tomorrow for Karonga.
