NATURE-BASED SOLUTIONS IN TANZANIA – VCS1897

The Ntakata REDD+ project was launched in May 2017 with the primary goal of engaging and supporting local communities in protecting the forest reserves in their villages. This project contributes to conserving the wildlife habitat and mitigating climate change while creating employment and significant opportunities for some of Tanzania’s most remote villages.

BENEFITS

1- ENVIRONMENTAL

Reducing emissions by more than 600,000 tCO2 annually and mitigating climate change
Conserving biodiversity and protecting natural resources
Developing sustainable food production systems and resilient agricultural practices
Developing strong collaboration with local communities for the sustainable development of rural Tanzania

2- SOCIAL AND ECONOMIC

Creating a fund for community health care and school education
New employment opportunities for communities
Guarantees of land ownership and management rights for marginalised communities in the area
Collaboration with organisations that can guarantee communities ownership of their land and rights to resources

BENEFITS AND OBJECTIVES ACHIEVED