We Provide

Independent analysis and advice to national, regional and international institutions and actors, on how economic, food security and environmental issues can be addressed through the sustainable management of forests and trees.

Our Mission

To contribute to the improvement of the livelihoods of the people of Africa and the environment they live in through the sustainable management and use of tree and forest resources on the African continent

Our Vision

The leading forum that links and unites stakeholders in African forestry within and outside the continent

Our Goal

To galvanise a common African voice and opinion, and mobilise resources that are required to address forestry and related issues that cut across countries and regions, with the aim of enhancing the relevance and contribution of forestry and trees to the people of Africa and their environment

The Purpose

The purpose of the AFF is to provide a platform for information sharing and expertise and create an enabling environment for independent and objective analysis, advocacy and advice on relevant policy and technical issues pertaining to achieving sustainable management, use and conservation of Africa’s forest and tree resources as part of efforts to reduce poverty, promote economic and social development and protect the environment.

Strategic Objectives

The four key strategic objectives of the AFF in the short and medium term (5-15 years) are as follows:

  • Build and strengthen networking among the many and varied stakeholders in forestry in Africa.
  • Develop, solicit funding for, and implement specific programs, projects and activities that address already identified priority issues and opportunities in African forestry.
  • Raise the profile of forestry, highlight threats to forest resources and the environment, and champion better management of African forests.
  • Undertake an institutional organizational development of AFF, including its Secretariat and governance structures