Ethiopia Launches 2026 Tree-Planting Drive Targeting 8 Billion Seedlings
Prime Minister Abiy Ahmed launched Ethiopia's 2026 Green Legacy Initiative today, setting a target of planting 8 billion seedlings. The campaign continues an effort that began in 2019 and has already produced more than 48 billion seedlings nationwide.
pakistantoday.com.pkPrime Minister Abiy Ahmed launched Ethiopia's 2026 Green Legacy Initiative today, setting a target of planting 8 billion seedlings during the annual rainy-season campaign. The Prime Minister announced the goal on social media, stating that the effort moves the country closer to a long-term objective of 65 billion trees.
He called on citizens to join the planting drive and contribute to environmental restoration.
The program began in 2019 and focuses on restoring degraded land, expanding forest cover, and improving air and water quality. It also promotes planting of fruit trees, fodder crops, fuel wood, and ornamental plants. Since its start, the initiative has mobilized millions of participants, including members of national defense and security forces, and has become one of the world's largest tree-planting efforts.
The campaign is conducted each year during the rainy season and has contributed to food security and urban beautification in addition to environmental goals.
