Conservation: Greenpeace Opens Space In Yaounde

The NGO equally planted 50 trees in commemoration of the World Forestry Day March 21.

The international conservation nongovernmental organisation, Greenpeace has created a “green space” in Yaounde. The pilot green space which was created to encourage the planting of trees in urban cities in Cameroon was opened on March 21 in the Baptist High School, Awae, Yaounde to mark the celebration of the 2017 edition of the World Forestry Day.

Green Peace Africa officials say the exercise was in line with the theme of this celebration; “Forest & Sustainable Cities,” which according to them, highlights the important role of the forest in reducing the impact of climate change in cities. Green Peace Africa volunteers ‘Environmental Ambassadors’ along with the students of Baptist High School, Awai, planted no fewer than 50 trees.

They equally took part in outdoor campaigns, sensitising the pu- blic on the importance of trees in fostering a healthy lifestyle. The NGO officials said the approach to sensitising city dwellers on forest matters is an interactive awareness campaign where the NGO’s volunteers educate and inform young Cameroonians about the important role trees play in city dwellers’ well-being.

“Trees are important in regulating the global climate, filtering portable water and removing harmful pollutants and fine particulates from the air we breathe. Even though the forest is under threat, Green ...