Tanzania Green Revive has reached a significant milestone in Kilosa District, successfully planting 5,000 indigenous trees across 15 hectares of previously degraded land — a major step in our commitment to reversing deforestation in central Tanzania.
Tanzania Green Revive is proud to announce the successful planting of 5,000 indigenous trees across 15 hectares of degraded farmland in Kilosa District, Morogoro Region. This milestone marks the completion of Phase 1 of our Kilosa Reforestation Initiative, a flagship project aimed at reversing the effects of decades of unsustainable land use in one of Tanzania's most climate-vulnerable agricultural zones.
The tree species planted include Mvule (Milicia excelsa), Mninga (Pterocarpus angolensis), and Mchongoma (Acacia tortilis) — all native species selected for their ecological value, drought resilience, and importance to local communities for timber, food, and medicine. Community members from six surrounding villages participated directly in the planting, receiving training in nursery management and post-planting care to ensure long-term survival rates.
"This is not just about trees," said the Tanzania Green Revive Programme Director. "It is about restoring a landscape that communities depend on for water, food, and livelihoods. Every tree represents a commitment — from our organisation, from the community, and from all our partners — to a greener and more resilient Tanzania."
Phase 2 of the Kilosa initiative, targeting an additional 15,000 trees across 40 hectares, is scheduled to commence in the next planting season. Tanzania Green Revive thanks all donors, government partners, and community members whose support made this milestone possible.