Social benefits

Until the activities of global-woods started in 2002, the street passing though the Kikonda Forest Reserve was feared by travellers due to street-robbers which had used the widely unsettled areas of the reserve as hiding places. Since then, more than 200 people have found work through the reforestation activities and their families have settled in the surrounding neighbourhood, making the Kikonda Forest Reserve one of the most peaceful areas of the district. show all

The local populations has also benefited from additional services provided by the project developer, such as the provision of housing, medical care or the support of local schools. Furthermore, the project has initiated a program to train people of neighbouring villages in tree-planting. For the start phase 200 000 seedlings were provided free of charge to these people. show less

Environmental benefits

The project works to restore and increase forest area. Trees not only absorb carbon dioxide from the atmosphere, they provide a vital habitat for many species. To protect rare species and regenerate natural habitats the project has set aside over 20% of its area for conservation purposes. Animals such as antelopes, hippos and monkeys have found a refuge there. By providing timber for the local market, the project is an important factor to reduce pressure of illegal logging in natural forest in Uganda, Congo and Sudan.