Global Hand Cameroon Expands Its Tree Nursery in Kuke Kumbu

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Global Hand Cameroon is furthering its community-led forest restoration efforts by expanding operations at its tree nursery in Kuke Kumbu, a village near the northern boundary of Mount Cameroon National Park. With a capacity for seven thousand seedlings, the nursery will support reforestation, habitat recovery, and local income through the sale of seedlings.

Located in an area increasingly affected by deforestation, unsustainable farming practices and climate-related environmental degradation, the nursery is seen as a practical solution to promote ecological recovery while generating economic opportunities for residents. The seedlings will be distributed to farmers, conservation groups, schools, and local communities engaged in tree planting and land rehabilitation activities.

The initiative is expected to contribute significantly to reversing forest loss in the region by encouraging large-scale tree planting and promoting environmentally friendly land-use practices. Environmental experts note that restoring tree cover can help reduce soil erosion, improve water retention, enhance soil fertility, and provide habitats for wildlife species threatened by habitat destruction.

Beyond its environmental benefits, the nursery is also becoming an economic asset for the community, as local residents will generate income through the sale of seedlings to reforestation projects, farmers, and development organizations. Youths and women’s groups are among the key beneficiaries participating in the initiative.

During a follow-up visit, representatives of Global Hand Cameroon emphasized the importance of community ownership to ensure the long-term success of the project. Community leaders welcomed the project, expressing optimism that the nursery will encourage environmental stewardship while reducing poverty and unemployment.

The follow-up mission also reviewed seedling survival, infrastructure, water access, and participation, recommending stronger technical support and improved irrigation.

As Cameroon faces rising climate and deforestation challenges, the Kuke Kumbu nursery shows how local action can advance national restoration goals. Global Hand Cameroon plans to introduce and expand similar projects in the area, reaffirming its commitment protecting ecosystems while improving the livelihoods of rural populations.