Fada N'Gourma: The Tin-Ba Association's grove in Fada N'Gourma has achieved a remarkable milestone, with a 100% survival rate of its seedlings, as part of its prelude to the 2025 reforestation campaign. This achievement was observed during a recent visit by the Burkina Information Agency (AIB) to evaluate the survival rate of plants and the organization of the associated actors.

According to Burkina Information Agency, the Tin-Ba Association, a development structure dedicated to nature conservation and restoration, has been actively working on its program activities, which include the creation of a grove. Yempabou Couldiaty, the executive secretary of the association, highlighted that the organization acquired a well-fenced grove of approximately 1 hectare during the 2024 edition of National Tree Day.

The grove hosts 600 plants spanning 11 species, including moringa, baobab, kapok, lemon, false kola, n©r©, and liana. Mr. Couldiaty emphasized that the grove is maintained by agents from the Tin-Ba Association's professional agroforestry training centers, with assistance from internally displaced persons. The local Water and Forestry Department also supports the initiative by providing valuable advice and assistance in maintaining the grove on arid land.

Mr. Couldiaty noted that the trees are regularly watered, and women involved in the project add organic manure to enhance plant growth. The site, funded under the "W, Arly, Pendjari Transboundary Biosphere Reserve" program, aims to conserve threatened or endangered species. Traditional practitioners are also involved in collecting leaves, bark, or roots, following technical guidance.

Through these efforts, the Tin-Ba Association contributes to both environmental preservation and public health. Mr. Couldiaty underlined the importance of the Burkinabe leaders' policy of greening Faso, noting the population's waning habit of planting trees and the tendency of many farmers to cut down trees without considering reforestation.