Dryland forests in the Sahel are remarkable ecosystems that embody resilience and adaptability. Stretching across the arid landscape, iconic tree species such as Acacia, Baobab, and Shea trees stand as symbols of endurance, providing vital resources like food, medicine, and shade for both communities and livestock.

Forests and food are interconnected. As the world accelerates towards a food transition that delivers better, more sustainable outcomes for people and the planet, we must recognize that forests, woodlands, and landscapes are critical to this transition, but also to wider sustainable development goals.

Explore the latest edition of the PROGREEN newsletter for updates on sustainable and resilient landscapes, featuring inspiring stories from around the world.

Investing in nature means growing trees and economies alike. PROGREEN – a global partnership for sustainable and resilient landscapes – is working to improve ecosystem services and build forest economies across the world. Learn more about the progress made in Fiscal Year 2024.

In the collective imagination, the oasis symbolizes the life and hope that emerges in the heart of the desert. For many, the oasis embodies a source of life in the face of the aridity of the surrounding environment. But beyond this image, this ecosystem is home to abundant human, cultural, and natural heritage that is precious and unique in the whole world.