Join our Community of Practice on climate change in the African forestry and wildlife sectors
RATIONALE Climate change, materialized by increased temperatures, changes in rainfall regimes and more intense and frequent extreme climate events, is […]
Call for consultancy services: development of climate resilient value chains of biodiversity products and services in Africa’s forest biodiversity hotspots
CALL FOR CONSULTANCY SERVICES: DEVELOPMENT OF CLIMATE RESILIENT VALUE CHAINS OF BIODIVERSITY PRODUCTS AND SERVICES IN AFRICA’S FOREST BIODIVERSITY HOTSPOTS […]
Call for consultancy services: evaluation of national governance instruments on desertification, biodiversity and climate change on forestry
EVALUATION OF NATIONAL GOVERNANCE INSTRUMENTS ON DESERTIFICATION, BIODIVERSITY AND CLIMATE CHANGE ON FORESTRY, AND THEIR COORDINATION IN FOREST BIODIVERSITY HOTSPOTS […]
Expert pour cartographier l’environnement des médias scientifiques et évaluer leurs besoins en matière de capacité à faire du reportage en foresterie et sur des questions connexes (Afrique anglophone/francophone).
Photo © AFF SERVICES DE CONSULTANCE SUR CARTOGRAPHIE DE L’ENVIRONNEMENT DES MEDIAS SCIENTIFIQUES ET EVALUATION DES BESOINS EN CAPACITES […]
Call for consultancy services: mapping of the science-media environment and an assessment on the capacity needs of science journalists in reporting forestry and related issues
Photo (L-R): Green Generation Zambia CEO Mr. Abel Kamfwa and Moses Fayiah Lecturer, Department of Forestry, Njala University, Sierra Leone […]
Call for consultancy services: increasing collaboration and coordination among Miombo/Mopane child projects and scaling out impacts beyond Impact
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Newly launched National Forest Inventory: Online Facilitated Course by FAO
National Forest Inventory Online Facilitated Course Date: 11 September – 21 October 2024 Languages: English, French and Spanish Space […]
AFF renews commitment to strengthen partnerships in Kenya
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Call for consultancy services: developing a partnership policy for the African Forest Forum (AFF)
Introduction The African Forest Forum (AFF) is a pan-African non-governmental organization with its headquarters in Nairobi, Kenya. It is an […]
First International Conference on Afforestation and Reforestation
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Call for Expressions of Interest: Wood Harvesting and Processing Technical Advisor (2402390)
CALL FOR EXPRESSIONS OF INTEREST – VACANCY ANNOUNCEMENT: 2402390 Wood Harvesting and Processing Technical Advisor Job Posting: 25/Jul/2024 Closure Date: […]
Call for Expressions of Interest: Forest Finance and Investment Technical Advisor (2402358)
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AFF and the High-Level Group on EU Policy Innovation collaborate to raise the profile of forestry in Africa
AFF and the HLG on Forestry & Biomaterials with support from SAPPI, aim to stimulate joint thinking on the research […]
Call for online regional facilitator: climate change in the African forestry and wildlife sectors
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Call for online regional facilitator: enhancing the interest of youth and young professionals on forest and wildlife profession and education
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Africa Knowledge Exchange on strengthening REDD+ implementation and Learning Lab on social inclusion
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Call for Science Coordinator: International Conference on Afforestation and Reforestation (ICAR)
View from the top of Mt. Kahuzi in Kahuzi-Biega National Park located in eastern Democratic Republic of the Congo. (Photo […]
Registration and Call for Abstracts | 13th Oppenheimer Research Conference
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Join the AFF-UN-REDD Community of Practice on unlocking African REDD+ finance
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Empowering African Environmental Science: The Jennifer Ward Oppenheimer (JWO) Research Grant Seeks Another Trailblazing Recipient
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Accelerating Nature-Based Solutions Conference, Zambia, 11-15 March, 2024
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Call for consultancy services on review and analysis of past and ongoing interventions addressing climate change in the African forestry and wildlife sectors
Call for Consultancy Services: Review and analysis of past and ongoing interventions addressing climate change in the African forestry and […]
Call for consultancy services on review and analysis of past and ongoing initiatives to enhance the interest of youth and young professionals on forest and wildlife profession and education
Call for Consultancy Services: Review and analysis of past and ongoing initiatives to enhance the interest of youth and young […]
Call for online regional facilitator for a Community of Practice on: Unlocking sustainable solutions for effective REDD+ Result Based Payments in Africa
Call for online regional facilitator for a Community of Practice on: Unlocking sustainable solutions for effective REDD+ Result Based Payments […]
National Policy Dialogue in Uganda to enhance coordination and integration of REDD+ across key sectors of the economy.
National Policy Dialogue in Uganda to enhance coordination and integration of REDD+ across key sectors of the economy The UN-REDD […]
Kenyan Youth Perspectives on Forests
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Forests and innovation: New solutions for a better world
Forests and innovation: New solutions for a better world International Day of Forests 2024 will be celebrated on the […]
Kenya to host international summit for Disaster Risk Reduction
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AFF and High-Level Group to strengthen cooperation for improved forest-based bioeconomy in Africa
Photo: Prof. Labode Popoola, Executive Secretary – CEO, AFF and Prof. Stefan Schepers Executive Director of the independent, tripartite High-Level […]
Call for Nominations for the 2024 CPF Wangari Maathai Forest Champion Award
Nominations open for Wangari Maathai Forest Champions Award Do you know inspiring forest champions who are making a difference in […]
Call for consultancy services on developing a partnership policy for the African Forest Forum (AFF)
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Key messages delivered to AFWC24 on Results Based Finance, social inclusion and benefits sharing mechanisms in African countries’ REDD+ process
Key messages delivered to the 24th Session of the African Forestry Wildlife Commission (AFWC24) on REDD+ Results Based Finance, Social […]
Learning Lab on REDD+ Results based Finance and Knowledge Exchange on Social Inclusion and Benefits Sharing Mechanisms
Learning Lab on REDD+ Results based Finance and Knowledge Exchange on Social Inclusion and Benefits Sharing Mechanisms This package of […]
Changing of Guard at AFF Secretariat
Changing of Guard at AFF Secretariat The African Forest Forum (AFF) Secretariat is pleased to announce the appointment of Prof. […]
ACW 2023 Side event: forests and carbon credits – opportunities and challenges in tapping climate finance for investment in Africa
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Unlocking sustainable investment in Nature-based Solutions for Climate Action in Africa
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Online course on Forest and Land Monitoring for Climate Action – SEPAL
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NatureNews opens entries for HEAD Awards on climate change actions
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Branching out: the forest podcast – new episode
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AFF Regional workshop on sharing information and experiences on forest and tree-based ecosystem services for socio-ecological resilience to climate change in Africa
REGIONAL WORKSHOP ON SHARING INFORMATION AND EXPERIENCES ON FOREST AND TREE-BASED ECOSYSTEM SERVICES FOR SOCIO-ECOLOGICAL RESILIENCE TO […]
AFF Training workshop on forest planning and forest management in different forest types in Eastern and Southern Africa
TRAINING WORKSHOP ON FOREST PLANNING AND FOREST MANAGEMENT IN DIFFERENT FOREST TYPES IN EASTERN AND SOUTHERN AFRICA 1. INTRODUCTION The […]
RE-ANNONCÉ: Offre de Consultance Sur Renforcer la capacité pour un changement politique visant l’amélioration de la mise en œuvre et l’intégration de la REDD+ en Afrique : capitaliser sur les meilleures pratiques et les leçons apprises dans un environnement en évolution
OFFRE DE CONSULTANCE SUR RENFORCER LA CAPACITE POUR UN CHANGEMENT POLITIQUE VISANT L’AMELIORATION DE LA MISE EN ŒUVRE ET L’INTEGRATION […]
RE-ADVERTISED: Call for consultancy services on strengthening capacity for policy change to improve REDD+ implementation and integration in Africa: capitalizing on best practices and lessons learnt in an evolving environment
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Call for consultancy services: recruitment of experts to review and synthesise information on the nexus between climate change, forests and trees
CALL FOR CONSULTANCY SERVICES RECRUITMENT OF EXPERTS TO REVIEW AND SYNTHESISE INFORMATION ON THE NEXUS BETWEEN CLIMATE CHANGE, FORESTS AND […]
Postdoctoral researcher in Rural Development in the Global South
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Vacancy Announcement-Executive Secretary
CIFOR-ICRAF The Center for International Forestry Research (CIFOR) and World Agroforestry (ICRAF) envision a more equitable world where trees in […]
XXVI IUFRO World Congress: Reminder for Call of Abstracts
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Forests Reduce Health Risks, New Global Report Confirms
Morocco: Forests and trees offer shade, food and water in regions suffering increasingly from drought and heat. Photo by A. […]
International Congress on Planted Forests 7-10/11/2023 in Nairobi, Kenya
The International Congress on Planted Forests 2023(ICPF2023) will take place in Nairobi, Kenya from 7 to 10 November 2023. ICPF2023 […]
Consultancy Opportunity – United Nations Environment Programme
Job Opening Posting Title: Project Management and Capacity Development Consultant Department/Office: United Nations Environment Programme Duty Station: NAIROBI Posting Period: […]
Young People at solving Climate Crisis through a Massive Afforestation Initiative – Zimbabwe
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Youth turn to planting trees as income venture
Photo © African Forest Forum Tree planting in Kenya has for years been a rite of passage to adulthood for boys or […]
Avis de publication de poste FAO – Conseiller Technique du projet PROMIRE (2300611)
CALL FOR EXPRESSIONS OF INTEREST – VACANCY ANNOUNCEMENT: 2300611 Conseiller Technique du projet PROMIRE Publication d’offre: 01/mars/2023 Date de dépublication: […]
Join Launch Webinar of Global Report on Forests and Human Health – 21 March, 15:00 CET
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AVAILABLE NOW – State of Finance for Nature in Cities: Summary for Local Policymakers
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Call for applications- L’Oréal UNESCO For Women in Science Young Talents – Sub-Saharan Africa
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Call for Abstracts: Forests & Society Towards 2050 – IUFRO World Congress 2024
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International Day of Forests 2023: Healthy Forests for Healthy People
The United Nations General Assembly proclaimed 21 March the International Day of Forests (IDF) in 2012. The Day celebrates and […]
AWARD Announces the Call for the Second Cohort of its Fellowship Targeting African Women in Agricultural Policy
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PhD project scholarship call – ZEF/RLC – Agro-ecology among smallholder farmers in sub-Saharan Africa
The Right Livelihood College (RLC) offers a DAAD-funded PhD research scholarship on: Agro-ecology among smallholder farmers in sub-Saharan Africa: improving […]
Community of Practice: REDD+ and best practices integrating forests and tree-based mitigation and adaptation in response to climate change in Africa
BACKGROUND Africa’s forests cover more than 624 million hectares, accounting for 20.6% of the continent’s landmass. They are of great […]
Engaging youth in improving livelihoods and the environment through sustainable forestry in Kenya
Photo: Participants at the Aningeria adolfi/ muna tree in Ngangao forest; on the high peaks of Taita Hills in Southeast […]
Volkswagen ClimatePartner GmbH requests submissions for project proposals
Volkswagen ClimatePartner GmbH, a Munich-based joint venture by Volkswagen Kraftwerk GmbH and ClimatePartner GmbH has joined the voluntary carbon market. […]
Call for online regional facilitator: AFF Community of Practice on REDD+ and best practices integrating forests and tree-based on mitigation and adaptation in response to climate change in Africa
BACKGROUND In 2019, AFF commissioned studies targeting the strengthening of the capacity of African forestry stakeholders to integrate and increase […]
AFF, SLU and KEFRI partner to promote involvement of young people in sustainable forestry and livelihoods in Kenya
1. BACKGROUND Africa is the world’s youngest continent. Projections by the United Nations show that by 2030, young Africans are […]
Appel a manifestation d’interet pour la formation en redaction technique et publication des articles scientifiques pour les acteur forestiers Africain
1. CONTEXTE Le Forum Forestier Africain, grâce à un financement de l’Agence Suisse pour le Développement et la Coopération, met […]
Strengthening capacity of stakeholders in African forestry on business enterprises on gums and resins and other NTFPs
Training workshop on strengthening capacity of stakeholders in African forestry on business enterprises on gums and resins and other non-timber […]
Call for Expression of Interest for Board Members of AfSTAG and AYAB / Appel à manifestation d’intérêt pour les membres du conseil Consultatif (AfSTAG ET AYAB)
The Africa Science and Technology Advisory Group (Af-STAG) is an advisory and advocacy body created by the African Union in […]
PhD Scholarships for Climate Research for students from LDCs – the call is open! (deadline: 5 Oct 2022)
Thanks to the support of Sida (https://www.sida.se/en), TWAS (www.twas.org) has launched a new PhD Scholarship Programme, focusing on Climate Research […]
Call for independent scientists to join the UNCCD Science-Policy Interface (SPI)
The Bureau of the Committee on Science and Technology, the UNCCD subsidiary body established to provide information and advice on […]
Appel à experts AFF : rédaction technique et scientifique pour les pays francophones
INTRODUCTION Le Forum forestier africain (AFF) est une organisation non gouvernementale panafricaine dont le siège est à Nairobi, au Kenya. […]
Re-advertisement: AAS Executive Director role
Vacancy Announcement No.: AAS/ED/22/01 Position Title: Executive Director Department Executive Director’s Office Position Location: Nairobi, Kenya Reporting to President AAS […]
National validation workshop: framework for integration of forest and farm tree-based climate change mitigation and adaptation in Zambia
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8th call for Postdoctoral fellowship “Science by Women”
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Dialogues sur les politiques pour améliorer la gouvernance forestière, les moyens de subsistance et l’action climatique en Afrique
Photo: © African Forest Forum (AFF) Dialogue politique pour renforcer les politiques et stratégies forestières nationales afin d’améliorer la gouvernance […]
Atelier regional de formation sur l’adaptation au changement climatique basee sur les forets et les arbres pour les acteurs forestiers Africains
INTRODUCTION Le Forum forestier africain (AFF) est une organisation non gouvernementale panafricaine dont le siège est à Nairobi, au Kenya. […]
Call for experts: strengthening capacity of stakeholders in African forestry on business enterprises on gums and resin and other non-timber forest products value chains
Gum arabic exuding from the Babhul tree (Vachellia nilotica): Photo: Ashwin Baindur via Wikimedia Commons BACKGROUND Forests and trees provide […]
Launch of the West African Land Cover Reference System (WALCRS) publication | 26 July 2022, 14:00-16:00 CEST
The Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations (FAO) in close collaboration with the Agrometeorology, Hydrology and Meteorology Regional Center (AGRHYMET), […]
The IUFRO Short Scientific Visit
IUFRO is conscious of the importance of connecting the young forest science community to address challenges facing forests and forestry. […]
Strengthening the capacity of forestry stakeholders to develop bankable projects on enhancing resilience to climate change
Photo: The Karura Forest Natural River ( via Wikimedia Commons / Evans Nyawate) AFF TRAINING WORKSHOP ON STRENGTHENING CAPACITY OF […]
Invitation à participer : atelier de formation virtuelle sur la gestion des connaissances (via Zoom)
Conformément aux recommandations de la Stratégie de gestion des connaissances de l’AFF (2021-2025), une formation virtuelle sera organisée le 22 […]
Invitation to join: AFF Community of Practice on ‘advancing women in African forestry in the context of climate change’
The African Forest Forum (AFF) invites interested forestry stakeholders to join a Community of Practice focused on ‘advancing women in […]
FAO CALL FOR EXPRESSIONS OF INTEREST – VACANCY ANNOUNCEMENT: 2201578: Technical Specialist – National Forest Inventory
Job Posting: 14/Jun/2022 Closure Date: 30/Jun/2022, 12:59:00 AM Organizational Unit: NFO Job Type: : Non-staff opportunities Duration: Up to 11 months Type of […]
German Academic Exchange Program (DAAD) Scholarships
Would you like to study, carry out research or learn German in Germany and are you looking for funding? Then […]
AWS X GPSNR Webinar: Pathways Towards Good Water Stewardship in Sustainable Natural Rubber Production
Join the upcoming webinar “Pathways Towards Good Water Stewardship in Sustainable Rubber Production.” Date: Wednesday, 22 June 2022 Time: 12:00 […]
Réunion du ‘Forum des membres’du Forum Forestier Africain (Du 28 au 30 juin 2022)
La Constitution de l’AFF exige qu’il organise une réunion de TOUS les membres du Forum forestier africain une fois tous […]
Meeting of the Members’ Forum of the African Forest Forum (June 28-30, 2022)
The AFF Constitution requires that it holds a meeting of ALL members of the African Forest Forum once every five […]
XXVI IUFRO World Congress: Call for Session Proposals
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Training workshop on technical writing and publishing scientific papers
BACKGROUND Each year, AFF works with a transdisciplinary team averaging 40 African experts and 20 postgraduate students to produce a […]
AFF calls for enhanced integration of nature-based solutions for climate resilience in Africa
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Appel à propositions de projets pilotes – Sur la gestion durable des terres pour l’amélioration des moyens de subsistance et la stabilité des écosystèmes dans le contexte du changement climatique en Afrique
Photo: Wikimedia Commons 1. INTRODUCTION Le Forum forestier africain (AFF) est une organisation non gouvernementale panafricaine dont le siège est […]
Call for pilot project proposals: sustainable land management for livelihood improvement and stability of ecosystems in the context of changing climate in Africa
Photo via Wikimedia Commons 1. INTRODUCTION The African Forest Forum (AFF) is a pan-African non-governmental organisation with its headquarters in […]
Call for online regional facilitator for AFF Community of Practice on ‘Advancing women in African forestry’
Photo via Wikimedia Commons BACKGROUND The loss of natural forests through deforestation and forest degradation is estimated to now account […]
Call for expression of interest: training workshop on technical writing and publishing scientifically sound knowledge products
Photo: Copyright African Forest Forum (AFF) INTRODUCTION Since 2011, AFF, through a grant from the Swiss Agency for Development and […]
Invitation to participate: AFF hybrid side event at UNCCD COP 15
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Invitation: AFF hybrid side event at the XV World Forestry Congress
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Call for English to French translation services of AFF training compendiums in African forestry.
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XV WFC – Hybrid Congress modality announced / XVe Congrès forestier mondial — Annonce de la modalité hybride adoptée par le Congrès
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Atelier de partage d’informations sur les défis et opportunités de la gestion des forêts en Afrique (Afrique francophone)
1. Introduction Le Forum forestier africain (AFF) est une organisation non gouvernementale panafricaine dont le siège est à Nairobi, au […]
Call for Knowledge Management Consultant for facilitating workshop on KM at AFF (Francophone Africa)
Photo © African Forest Forum (AFF) I. INTRODUCTION The African Forest Forum (AFF) is a pan-African non-governmental organization with its […]
International technical webinar – learning from experiences to increase forest data transparency for climate action
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Information sharing workshop on challenges and opportunities in forest management in Africa
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Regional training workshop on climate finance and developing bankable projects for African forestry stakeholders
A view of the tropical rain forest on mount Cameroon national reserve park. Photo: Atabong Armstrong via Wikimedia Commons 1.BACKGROUND […]
Call for consultancy services: development of stories and videos on impact of AFF activities in Kenya, Zambia and Cameroon
1. INTRODUCTION The African Forest Forum (AFF) is a pan-African non-governmental organization with its headquarters in Nairobi, Kenya. It is […]
Renforcement des capacités des acteurs forestiers Africains pour la rédaction et la publication des rapports et articles techniques et scientifiques
INTRODUCTION Le Forum forestier africain (AFF) est une organisation non gouvernementale panafricaine dont le siège est à Nairobi, au Kenya. […]
Consultancy at AFF: Strengthening capacity of African forestry stakeholders for technical writing and publishing scientific papers
Photo: Rainforest, Victoria Falls, Zimbabwe. Credits: Ninara via Wikimedia Commons Call for consultancy services: Strengthening capacity of African forestry stakeholders […]
2022 Japan International Award for Young Agricultural Researchers (Japan Award)
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How to save the future of Africa’s forests
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Call for proposals: strengthening the understanding of the dynamics of the African forest vegetation under changing climate through permanent sampling plots
1. INTRODUCTION The African Forest Forum (AFF) is a pan-African non-governmental organization with its headquarters in Nairobi, Kenya. It is […]
Regional training webinar on M&E for AFF members
Photo: Deciduous forest on the Yoloko inselberg near Pemba Mozambique. Photo credits Ton Rulkens via Wikimedia commons. Introduction Monitoring and […]
AFF newsletter: volume 8 issue 1
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COP 26: Panel discussion on innovative gender and nature based solutions for climate change in the Congo Basin
Forestry stakeholders from across Africa are invited to attend this a virtual event for the REFADD to present the initiatives […]
Invitation to join the AFF Community of Practice on NTFPs value chains
Non-timber forest products in Tayap Cameroon: photo credit AGRIPO via Wikimedia Commons The African Forest Forum (AFF) invites interested forestry […]
Invitation to register for the achieving sustainable forest management through research and development in SADC webinar
CCARDESA will be hosting a Regional Forestry Webinar titled “Achieving Sustainable Forest Management Through Research and Development in SADC”. This […]
AFF Call for editing and proofreading services for English to French translated training compendiums
I. INTRODUCTION The African Forest Forum (AFF) is a pan-African non-governmental organization with its headquarters in Nairobi, Kenya. It is […]
Job Opportunity: FSC Communications Manager, Africa
FSC Africa is looking for an engaged Communications Manager, Africa (m/f/d), who will bring solid expertise and a passion for […]
AFF Regional training workshop on forest and tree-based climate change mitigation for African forestry stakeholders
Introduction The African Forest Forum (AFF) is a pan-African non-governmental organization with its headquarters in Nairobi, Kenya. The purpose of […]
Climate Change Negotiations for Young African Negotiators Online Course
The United Nations Economic Commission for Africa(UNECA) and the African Institute for Economic Development and Planning(IDEP) are planning an Online […]
CBFP Study Package Publications
Special Flash The German CBFP Facilitation has commissioned a package of 6 thematic studies on pertinent issues in Congo Basin […]
Package d’études du PFBC
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Register for UNFSS Dialogue – Climate finance opportunities to foster forest-positive agriculture
20 October, 2021 14:00 (Rome), 21:00 (Tokyo), 8:00 (Santiago) Language: English, French, Spanish Register now More information This webinar […]
Post-doctoral Research Grant: Joint ASRT-BA Research Grants Program For African Researchers
The Joint ASRT-BA Research Grants Program for Young Researchers funded by the Academy of Scientific Research and Technology (ASRT) and […]
Invitation to join a Community of Practice on Nationally Determined Contributions (NDCs) under the Paris Agreement
Photo: Natural stand of Miombo woodland in Zambia. Credit: The Forestry Department under the Ministry of Lands and Natural Resources […]
IUFRO WORLD DAY – Final call to register and launch of the Interactive Map!
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AFF Sub-regional training webinar for Francophone Africa on understanding and mainstreaming into forestry national policies, plans and actions of decisions from global and regional climate change related processes
Introduction The African Forest Forum (AFF) is a pan-African non-governmental organization with its headquarters in Nairobi, Kenya. It is an […]
AFF Regional webinar for validation of teaching compendiums
REGIONAL WEBINAR FOR VALIDATION OF TEACHING COMPENDIUMS ON: FORESTS AND CLIMATE CHANGE ADAPTATION FOR PROFESSIONAL, TECHNICAL TRAINING AND SHORT COURSES […]
AFAS call for applications – Côte d’Ivoire – deadline September 15th
Photo credit: The African Climate and Environment Center – Future African Savannas (AFAS) AFAS scholarship program on Nature Based Solutions regarding Climate […]
Challenges Facing Women in Science
The discussion will be an educational event to raise awareness about the potential opportunities and challenges facing young Africans in […]
AFAS call- The African Climate and Environment Center – Future African Savannas
Photo: African Climate and Environment Center, Future African Savannas (AFAS) The African Climate and Environment Center – Future African Savannas […]
Services de consultance: Évaluation des chaînes de valeur du bois de scierie en République Centrafricaine
1. Introduction Le Forum Forestier Africain (AFF) est une organisation non gouvernementale panafricaine dont le siège est à Nairobi, au […]
Call for consultancy services: ‘Evaluation of sawn timber value chains in Central African Republic’
1. Introduction The African Forest Forum (AFF) is a Pan-African non-governmental organization with its headquarters in Nairobi, Kenya. It is […]
Building a successful forestry career in Africa
A new book by the Joint IUFRO-IFSA Task Force on Forest Education provides inspiration and tips for the next generation […]
Webinaires sous-régionaux sur le partage d’informations et d’expériences sur les réponse de la gouvernance forestière nationale de l’Accord de Paris et la contribution des ressources forestières des zones sèches au renforcement de la resilience des communautés face au changement climatique en Afrique.
Introduction Le Forum forestier africain (AFF) est une organisation non gouvernementale panafricaine dont le siège est à Nairobi, au Kenya. […]
Call for ten (10) experts to review training compendiums for technical and professional training on forests and climate change adaptation in African forestry
1. INTRODUCTION The African Forest Forum (AFF) is a pan-African non-governmental organization with its headquarters in Nairobi, Kenya. The purpose […]
Call for expert to review knowledge products on enhancement of national forest governance to respond to the Paris Agreement
INTRODUCTION The African Forest Forum (AFF) is a pan-African non-governmental organization with its headquarters in Nairobi, Kenya. The purpose of […]
Call for ten (10) experts to review training compendiums for short course on forests and climate change adaptation and forests and climate change mitigation
INTRODUCTION The African Forest Forum (AFF) is a pan-African non-governmental organization with its headquarters in Nairobi, Kenya. The purpose of […]
Appel à candidatures: Évaluation des chaînes de valeur du bois de scierie en Afrique
Introduction AFF a obtenu un financement de l’Agence Suédoise de Développement International (Asdi) pour mettre en œuvre le projet intitulé […]
Deadline extended: evaluation of efficiency of sawn timber value chains in selected countries in Africa
Background AFF has secured funding from the Swedish International Development Agency (Sida) to implement the project entitled Strengthening management and […]
Call for applications: post-doctoral fellowship on interaction between forest, people and climate change in Africa
Background Since 2011, AFF, through a grant from the Swiss Agency for Development and Cooperation (SDC), has been implementing a […]
EXTENDED DEADLINE -IUFRO WORLD DAY: Digital Forest Science Forum 2021 on 28-29 September
The IUFRO World Day Digital Science Forum will take place on 28-29 September 2021. The event will offer a platform […]
Vacancy: International Forestry and Natural Resources Specialist
Photo: FAO Regional Office for Africa Job Posting: 01/Jun/2021 Closure Date: 30/Jun/2021, 12:59:00 AM Organizational Unit: RAF Job Type: […]
Call for English to French translation services of AFF Training Compendiums
BACKGROUND Since 2011 AFF is implementing a Swiss Development Cooperation (SDC) funded project titled “African forests, people and climate change” […]
Call for Applications: The Leadership Program for Emerging African Women in Science
African Women in Agricultural Research and Development (AWARD) are delighted to announce the Call for the AWARD Leadership Program for […]
New Job Openings – FSC
New Job Openings – FSC FSC is a global, not-for-profit organization dedicated to the promotion of responsible forest management worldwide. […]
AFF Call for experts to review knowledge products on integration of Forest and tree based mitigation and adaptation in response to climate change
BACKGROUND The vulnerability of rural households to climate change in Africa is caused, not only, by exposure to climate variability […]
XV World Forestry Congress Newsletter – Vol. 5 / June 2021
UPCOMING YOUTH WEBINAR 7 NUNE 2021 ‘How to submit abstracts for papers, posters, and videos’ Calling all youth and young […]
XV World Forestry Congress: Call for side events
The XV World Forestry Congress is a unique opportunity for the world’s largest global gathering of foresters, held every six […]
Projects Officer (M/F/D)
Level – Officer Location – Nairobi, Kenya Deadline for application – June 21, 2021 The Mission FSC works to take care of […]
Innovate4Climate (I4C) 2021
Now in its 5th year, I4C’s 2021 edition will be entirely virtual. It will run over 3 days, from May […]
Knowledge Management Consultant for facilitating workshop on KM at AFF
1. BACKGROUND Knowledge is one of the primary tools in AFF’s mission to promote the sustainable management and use of […]
XV WFC new call for abstracts for papers and posters
New call for abstracts for papers and posters The XV WFC Secretariat will be launching a new call for abstracts […]
Consultancy: Online Discussion Moderators for AFF Communities of Practice
BACKGROUND Achieving sustainable management of Africa’s forest resources calls for an interdisciplinary approach and an understanding of a wide range […]
OWSD PhD Fellowships
This information is also available in: French Spanish The Fellowship is offered to women scientists from science- and technology-lagging […]
Call for national experts: strengthening capacity among African forestry stakeholders for implementing REDD+ in Anglophone and Lusophone Africa
Background Since COP16, some African countries and other developing countries have received support from UN-REDD and other sources to undertake […]
International Day of Forests 2021
The theme of the 2021 International Day of Forests celebration is “Forest restoration: a path to recovery and well-being”. This […]
Mobilising Private Investment in the Great Green Wall
The IUCN and GEF are co-hosting a 3-day conference, “mobilizing private investment in the great green wall”, 23-25 March. The […]
AFF Call for National experts for assessment of forest planning and management in different forest types in Zambia, Zimbabwe, Angola, Mozambique
1. Introduction The African Forest Forum (AFF) is a pan-African non-governmental organization with its headquarters in Nairobi, Kenya. It is […]
The launch of call for proposals for community-based forest/land management demonstration initiatives by FAO and ECOWAS
As part of the AIDS-funded Global Forest Transformation for Peoples and Climate: A Focus on West Africa, FAO, in collaboration […]
Save the Date – 1st African Forum on Urban Forests (5-9 July 2021) Virtual
The Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations (FAO) and the United Nations Human Settlements Programme (UN Habitat), have […]
AWARD One Planet Fellowship call for young climate researchers seeking career acceleration opportunity
Investing in the next generation of African scientists, African Women in Agricultural Research and Development (AWARD) is pleased to announce […]
International Climate Protection Fellowship
Are you a prospective leader working academically or practically in climate protection or climate-relevant resource conservation in your home country […]
Pre-call Announcement for RUFORUM Young Scientists Award (YSA)
Since its establishment 16 years ago, RUFORUM has been building and consolidating partnerships with Universities and Higher Education Networks in Africa […]
Postponement of XV World Forestry Congress!
After careful consideration of the continued and unprecedented challenges of the COVID-19 pandemic, it has been decided to postpone the […]
New FAO publication on Forest-related disasters
2021 marks the 16th anniversary of Gudrun, a powerful storm that passed over northern Europe causing severe wind damage, power […]
Join the Global Network for Young Professionals in Forestry!
The Global Network for Young Professionals in Forestry (ForYP) is seeking experienced, passionate and enthusiastic young professionals to join its […]
ADVERTISEMENT FOR TWO POST DOCTORAL POSITIONS IN ENVIRONMENTAL MANAGEMENT
The Copperbelt University (CBU) is a second largest public university in Zambia established through Act of Parliament No. 19 of […]
Women in Forestry Africa
INVITATION TO THE LAUNCH OF THE ASSOCIATION FOR WOMEN IN FORESTRY AFRICA The association for Women in Forestry Africa (WiFA) […]
Vacancies Announcement – Botswana University of Agriculture and Natural Resources (BUAN)
Botswana University of Agriculture and Natural Resources (BUAN) offers teaching, research and service in Agriculture and Natural Resources. The University’s […]
SLU-AFF Webinar on Sustainable business models for charcoal in Africa
The Webinar “Sustainable business models for charcoal in Africa” 13 October is now open for registration. Driven by population increase […]
New Publication Alert: Miombo Woodlands in a Changing Environment; Securing the Resilience and Sustainability of People and Woodlands
Based on work by the Miombo Network in southern Africa, this book helps decision-makers and general readers alike improve their […]
XV World Forestry Congress Newsletter – Vol. 2 / September 2020
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International Scholarships available for the 2021 MSc Course in Tropical Forestry at TU Dresden, Germany
You are invited to attend the MSc Course in TROPICAL FORESTRY for DAAD scholarships. The course is taught in English at […]
Job Opportunity: AFF Senior Programme Officer
The African Forest Forum (AFF) is an association of individuals who share the pursuit and commitment to the sustainable management, […]
Calling for abstracts and side event proposals for the XV World Forestry Congress!
The XV World Forestry Congress Secretariat invites you to submit abstracts for papers, posters and videos as well as proposals for side events. […]
RE-PUBLICITÉ – Renforcer la capacité des parties prenantes de la foresterie africaine à développer des projets bancables sur l’amélioration de la résilience au changement climatique et des moyens de subsistance des communautés dépendantes des forêts et des arbres
Introduction Le Forum forestier africain (AFF) est une organisation non gouvernementale panafricaine dont le siège est à Nairobi, au Kenya. […]
RE-ADVERTISED: Call for consultancy services on strengthening capacity of stakeholders in African forestry for developing bankable projects on enhancing resilience to climate change and improvement of livelihoods.
1.0 Introduction The African Forest Forum (AFF) is a pan-African non-governmental organization with its headquarters in Nairobi, Kenya. It is […]
RE-PUBLICITÉ: les capacités des acteurs forestiers africains en matière de mise en œuvre des options d’adaptation et d’atténuation basées sur les forêts et les arbres dans différents paysages
Introduction Le Forum forestier africain (AFF) est une organisation non gouvernementale panafricaine dont le siège est à Nairobi, au Kenya. […]
V World Forestry Congress Newsletter – Vol. 1 / July 2020
The World Forestry Congress (WFC) is the largest and most significant gathering of the world’s forestry sector and it has been held every six […]
The call for contributions to the XV World Forestry Congress is now open!
The call for contributions to the XV World Forestry Congress is now open! Submit your contribution to the XV World […]
New global climate action report released
The UN Climate Change’s Momentum for Change initiative has released a new interactive, online report, showcasing shining examples of diverse […]
RE-ADVERTISED: Call for experts for strengthening capacity of African forestry stakeholders on the implementation of forest and tree-based adaptation and mitigation options in different landscapes
Background Forests and trees provide goods and services that are key assets for reducing vulnerability to the effects of climate […]
AFF Call for experts on development of bankable projects on enhancing resilience to climate change and improvement of livelihoods
1.1 Background The contribution of forest and tree resources in containing climate change, reducing social and biophysical vulnerability, creating employment […]
Save the date – XV World Forestry Congress Information Session – 14 July 2020
SAVE THE DATE! Tuesday, 14 July 2020 9:00 – 10:30 AM CET / 16:00 – 17:30 KST Preparations and priorities […]
Call for Expert on Great Green Wall (GGW) Non-timber Forest Product (NTFP) Value Chain Analysis
1.0 Introduction AFF signed in December 2019 an Agreement with The Food and Agriculture Organisation of the United Nations (FAO) […]
AFF Consultancy opportunity for efficiency and effectiveness training
AFF’s mandate and business operations The African Forest Forum (AFF) is a pan-African non-governmental organization with its headquarters in Nairobi, […]
CELEBRATION OF WORLD FOOD SAFETY DAY – THEME: FOOD SAFETY, EVERYONE’S BUSINESS
This year’s World Food Safety Day is celebrated on 8 and 10 June 2020, in collaboration with World Health Organization […]
Call for Applications for PhD Scholarships in Forestry (20 Positions available)
Background The College of Forestry, Wildlife and Tourism of the Sokoine University of Agriculture, is coordinating a regional research school […]
Apply to be an AAS Affiliate
Apply to be an AAS Affiliate Applications are invited for the sixth cohort of Affiliates of the African Academy of […]
What do we know about Africa and its forest resources?
Click on the link below to view facts on Africa’s forest resources in light of Africa Day. The video is […]
‘Living Earth Community: Multiple Ways of Being and Knowing’
‘Living Earth Community: Multiple Ways of Being and Knowing’ Living Earth Community: Multiple Ways of Being and Knowing by Sam […]
Building resilience, mapping tree cover, and expanding forests
Human society is enduring one of the greatest global health crises of the past century: COVID-19. Studies show that deforestation […]
Afforestation vital in making Africa climate resilient, pandemic ready
The baobab’s fruit, seeds and leaves have been used for millennia across Africa for food, oil and bark. More recently, […]
International Week for Biological Diversity – WWF Toolkit
May 22nd marks the International Day for Biological Diversity celebrated under the theme “Our solutions are in nature”. This year […]
Call for Scholarships – 3rd Cohort of RSIF PhD Scholarships
The International Centre of Insect Physiology (icipe), is pleased to announce and share with you the Third Call for RSIF […]
COVID-19 pandemic: How nature steps in to refill ‘empty forests’ when animals disappear
“We must not let a forest full of trees fool us into believing that all is well.” Kent Redford’s cautionary […]
Job Opening – FSC Congo Basin Coordinator
Background The Forest Stewardship Council (FSC) is recruiting for the position of Congo Basin Coordinator to be based at its […]
Integrated assessment of air quality and climate change in Africa 2020-2021
The Climate and Clean Air Coalition (CCAC) Assessment is a scientific led process on the role and potential of emission […]
The GFOI Inventory of Activities, a portal to track forest monitoring support for climate action
Partners of the Global Forest Observations Initiative (GFOI) launched a new portal – the first such comprehensive platform – to track international capacity development […]
Liberia expands a key elephant park again, this time with help of locals
A tropical forest in Liberia. Photo credit: USAID/2017 via Wikimedia Commons https://commons.wikimedia.org/wiki/File:Liberia_tropical_forest.jpg In eastern Liberia, efforts are underway to formally demarcate the […]
EcoHealth 2020: Working together for a health, just and sustainable planet
The 8th Biennial Ecohealth Conference will be held on 22 – 26 June 2020 at the Inkosi Albert Luthuli International […]
Apply now for the Keeling Curve Prize
Apply now for the Keeling Curve Prize The Keeling Curve Prize is accepting applications for the prize from innovative climate change solutions in the areas of […]
Celebrating the 16th International Mountain Day (11 Dec 2019) in Africa
The IMD is an opportunity to create awareness about various services provided by the mountains, to highlight the opportunities offered […]
Scholarships for Erasmus Mundus Joint Master Degree programmes on water
Aerial photo of a portion of the Anjajavy Forest inset by a swath of mangrove riparian forest photo credit Michael […]
Termes de reference sur politiques et pratiques de gestion durable des terres dans differents types de forets en Afrique
1.0 Introduction Le Forum forestier africain (AFF) est une organisation panafricaine non gouvernementale dont le siège est à Nairobi, au […]
Call for applications: consultancy services on sustainable land management policies and practices in different forest types in Africa
1.0 Introduction The African Forest Forum (AFF) is a pan-African non-governmental organization with its headquarters in Nairobi, Kenya. It is […]
Request for Proposal on Analysis of Public Sector Climate, Forest, and Land Use Strategies and Determination of Investment Readiness Score
Conservation International is seeking consultants in Ghana, Dominican Republic, Peru, Brazil, Republic of Congo, Costa Rica and Colombia to analyze […]
Terms of Reference – AFF Gender Consultant
INTRODUCTION The African Forest Forum (AFF) is a pan-African non-governmental organization with its headquarters in Nairobi, Kenya. It is an […]
Consultancy services on the potential of African countries for the production and use of liquid biofuels for green economies in Africa
Rationale For its plan of work for 2019-2020, AFF plans to undertake 4 studies on several aspects related to liquid […]
Research fellowships on assessment of gender responsive resilience to climate change of biophysical and socio-economic systems
Rationale The African Forest Forum is providing research fellowships for post graduate research that will address these issues, as well […]
Research fellowships on assessment of trends of impacts of climate change on forest and tree-resources and coping mechanisms in Africa
INTRODUCTION The African Forest Forum is providing research fellowships for post graduate research that could address these issues, as well […]
Recruitment of Experts to review knowledge products produced by the African Forest Forum
1. INTRODUCTION The African Forest Forum (AFF) is a pan-African non-governmental organization with its headquarters in Nairobi, Kenya. The purpose […]
Recrutement d’experts chargés de la révision des productions scientifiques élaborés par le Forum Forestier Africain
Introduction Le Forum Forestier Africain (AFF) est une organisation non gouvernementale panafricaine dont le siège est à Nairobi, au Kenya. […]
Call for applications: International Climate Protection Fellowships
For young climate experts from transition and developing countries interested in conducting a project in Germany The Alexander von Humboldt […]
AFF Quarterly Newsletter -Volume 8 Issue 1
Cover photo: Tree planting by Ms. Ulla Andrén, the Regional Head of Development Cooperation in Sub-Saharan Africa at the Embassy […]
International Consultant on ROAM Analysis
TERMS OF REFERENCE International Consultant on ROAM Analysis Country: Cameroon Study Location: National Organization: International Bamboo and Rattan Organization […]
Special issue by IFR on studies undertaken by AFF and its partners
To download a copy of the special issue by The International Forestry Review on studies undertaken by AFF and its […]
Safaricom commits to plant 5 million trees in 5 years
Photo copyright : African Forest Forum Safaricom has partnered with Kenya Forest Service to plant 5 million trees in the […]
WeForest – Programme Director, Africa
Oxford HR – an executive search firm for the international development sector- is currently supporting WeForest, an NGO focusing on restoring forests […]
New report: Global forest wildlife populations in significant decline
The first-ever global assessment of forest biodiversity, Below the Canopy, shows that monitored forest-dwelling wildlife populations have shrunk on average by […]
Just released: Video: Morocco: Recognizing the importance of insects
Photo via Wikimedia Commons /Vanessa Atalanta/Morocco, Marrakech/ 14 August 2019. A film by Mabel Gundlach for Deutsche Welle. Scientists and […]
FSC® accredited ISO and Forest Management courses
Courses available in Kampala, Uganda FSC Auditing to ISO 19011 – 1.5 days plus e-learning £200 FSC Forest Management – […]
Debtors! Or thieves?
The planet has its budget; the expected quantity of resources it is supposed to use for a particular period while […]
KFS announces over 200 vacancies
The Kenya Forest Service (KFS) is a body corporate established by the Forest Conservation & Management Act, 2016. The Service […]
Ethiopia ‘breaks’ tree-planting record to tackle climate change
Officials in Ethiopia say they have broken the world record for tree-planting with more than 350m seedlings in one day, […]
Report: Climate and mortality rates in Kenya, Mali, and Malawi
Telly, one of the first villages in the Bandiagara escarpment in Mali. Photo via Wikimedia Commons/Ferdinand Reus Research published in […]
Achieving sustainable development through Silviculture: focus on tree domestication
To download the Booklet for a maiden lecture by Dr. Adejoke Olukemi Akinyele, AFF member, at the newly created Faculty […]
Young Journalist Award
The 2019 Young Journalist Award is open! Now in its seventh year, the award – in partnership with the UK Foreign Press Association – is […]
Abu Dhabi Meeting Takes Stock of Progress Ahead of UN Climate Action Summit
The Abu Dhabi Preparatory Meeting for the UN Secretary General’s UN Climate Action Summit brought together representatives from government, business, […]
Remote sensing, monitoring and/or management and sustainable livelihoods specialist – peatlands and mangroves
Photo: Mangroves of the East African Coast – Mtwapa. Credit: African Forest Forum CALL FOR EXPRESSIONS OF INTEREST – VACANCY […]
Agro-Forestry Specialist, Uganda
Photo by NatureDan – Own work, CC BY-SA 3.0, https://commons.wikimedia.org/w/index.php?curid=31012822 Agro-Forestry Specialist, Uganda Job Posting : 12/Jul/2019 Closure Date: 26/Jul/2019, 9:59:00 PM […]
Study finds lemurs in degraded Madagascar forest skinny and stunted
Photo by Charles J Sharp – Own work, from Sharp Photography, sharpphotography.co.uk, CC BY-SA 4.0, https://commons.wikimedia.org/w/index.php?curid=75870159 In Madagascar’s Tsinjoarivo rainforest, […]
Kenya Forest Service allocates area for endangered Bongo species
The Kenya Forest Service has allocated 776 acres within the Mt. Kenya Forest ecosystem for Mountain Bongo conservation. The land […]
World Biodiversity Forum 2020 – Call for Session and Workshop Proposals now open!
The World Biodiversity Forum 2020, is taking place from 23 – 28 February in Davos. The inaugural World Biodiversity Forum […]
Rethinking Global Climate Action beyond 2020
After a brief celebratory moment following the Paris Agreement on climate change, governmental ambitions have not been anywhere close to […]
Nigeria plans 8-fold increase in palm oil production
Nigeria plans to invest 180 billion naira ($500 million) to increase its palm oil production from around 600,000 tons a […]
World Rainforest Day – 22nd June 2019
Rainforests are vital for the survival of life on Earth. We depend on the Amazon rainforest alone for 20% of […]
World Rainforest Day (22nd of June) – Toolkit available!
On the occasion of the World Rainforest Day that will take place on Saturday 22nd June, we would like to share with you a World Rainforest […]
International/National Consultant to Prepare the Project Document/CEO Endorsement Package for a Full-sized GEF Project
Conservation International Foundation (hereinafter referred to as “Conservation International”), is issuing a Request for Proposals (RFP) to prepare a Project […]
Call for Applications – PASET RSIF PhD scholarships
The PASET Regional Scholarship and Innovation Fund (RSIF) is offering up to 45 PhD scholarships at one of ten RSIF […]
Obada Prize
Obada-Prize is an international award, endowed by the Natural Sciences Publishing. Initiated as a recognition of his excellence Professor Abdel-Shafy […]
CARN ASPIRE Grants for the Congo Basin
The Aspire Grant Program provides competitive research grants of up to $5,000 USD for African graduate students and early career […]
Putting local people at the heart of land restoration
Globally, desertification and the associated land degradation are currently threatening the livelihoods of 1 billion people in more than 100 countries. […]
Forests for peace and well-being
The 28th Session of the Asia-Pacific Forestry Commission and Asia-Pacific Forestry Week 2019 are now open in Incheon, Republic of […]
Asia-Pacific Forestry Week 2019: Forests for Peace and Well-being
Asia-Pacific Forestry Week (APFW2019) will be held in Songdo Convensia Convention Center, Incheon, Republic of Korea on 17-21 June 2019. It will be […]
The Land Accelerator call for applications
Apply now to the African Land Accelerator — the world’s first business accelerator for entrepreneurs focused on land restoration. Hosted by […]
Empower locals to better manage forests – Experts
Providing local communities including women with the right resources to manage forests shrinking in Africa could help ease poverty and […]
AFF marks anniversary with tree planting craftsmanship in Karura Forest
NAIROBI, Kenya (PAMACC News) – With ten years of active interest in tree conservation and sustainable forest management, members of […]
Africa’s certified forest least in the world, study reveals
The total area of forest certified in Africa is less compared to other regions of the world, a study that […]
Speakers Discuss Enhanced Cooperation, Coordination in Implementing Strategic Plan for Forests, as Forum Continues Session
Convening on the penultimate day of the United Nations Forum on Forests’ fourteenth session, delegates considered efforts to streamline sustainable […]
The most effective way to tackle climate change? Plant 1 trillion trees
Tree planting is no quick climate fix. It can take 30 to 40 years of growth for the carbon storage […]
Experiences on NDCs implementation in some African countries in the context of Agriculture, Forestry and Other Land Uses
Background The Parties (COP) to the United Nations Framework Convention on Climate Change (UNFCCC) reached in December 2015 in Paris […]
New position – Scientist/Senior Scientist – Science Officer (ICRISAT/CCAFS)
The International Crop Research Institute for the Semi-arid Tropics (ICRISAT) seeks applications for a Scientist/Senior Scientist to serve in its […]
Post Doctoral Fellow – Climate and Policy
The Sahelian forest, in the Sahel sub-Saharan savanna ecoregion. Photo via Wikimedia Commons/T L Miles The International Crop Research Institute for the […]
FAO-SPGS III Newsletter_Issue #5
Photo credit: Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations (FAO) The Sawlog Production Grant Scheme (SPGS) III Project newsletter, […]
International Day of Forests 2019
International Day of Forests is celebrated on 21st March 2019. Since being announced by the United Nations General Assembly in 2012, […]
AFF 10th Anniversary Video Production Services Request for Proposals (RFP)
Introduction The African Forest Forum (AFF) is a pan-African non-governmental organization with its headquarters in Nairobi, Kenya. The purpose of […]
Commonwealth Forestry Association – Young Forester Award 2020 launched
The Commonwealth Forestry Association’s commitment is pleased to announce the launch of the CFA Young Forester Award 2020 in conjunction […]
Call for Articles: Nature & Faune journal issue on biodiversity, wildlife and protected areas
The next edition of Nature & Faune Journal due in June 2019 will focus on the central role of biodiversity, […]
European School of Sustainability Science and Research- Doctoral Programme on Climate Change Adaptation by Publications
The newly-launched European School of Sustainability Science and Research (ESSSR) https://www.haw-hamburg.de/en/ftz-nk/esssr.html in Hamburg, Germany, was created in order to foster the cause […]
New publication on enabling legal frameworks for community forestry
This report is intended to provide guidance to develop enabling legal frameworks governing community forestry. It offers recommendations and a […]
Call for expression of interest for “Bamboo Policy Integration Analysis” in Ethiopia
Photo credit: Natnael Tadele via Wikimedia Commons Country: Ethiopia (Homebased and field work) Study Location: National Organization: INBAR – International Bamboo and […]
Call for expression of interest for “Bamboo Policy Integration Analysis” in Madagascar
The southern lesser bamboo lemur (Hapalemur meridionalis), species of bamboo lemur endemic to southern Madagascar. Photo credit: Gerhard mauracher via Wikimedia Commons Country: Madagascar (Homebased and field […]
INBAR consultancy for Bamboo Policy Integration Analysis in Ghana
Photo credit: INBAR – International Bamboo and Rattan Organization Country: Ghana (Homebased and field work) Study Location: National Organization: INBAR – […]
MSc Tropical Forestry (distance learning): 10 scholarships available for September 2019 entry
Mature tropical dipterocarp rainforest in Sabah, Borneo. Photo by T. R. Shankar Raman via Wikimedia Commons Following an extremely competitive bidding process […]
Bamboo policy integration analysis – Terms of Reference (TORs)
BAMBOO POLICY INTEGRATION ANALYSIS Country: Cameroon (Homebased […]
Forest management: Case study of charcoal production in East Africa
Ember of Charcoal. Photo credit: Romary via Wikimedia Commons The demand for charcoal and firewood has doubled over the years, which […]
AFF Terms of Reference for Graphic Design Consultant
Ennedi Plateau is located at the border of the Sahara and the Sahel. Photo credit: David Stanley via Wikimedia Commons Introduction […]
AFF Terms of Reference for Knowledge Management Consultant
Indigenous afromontane forest in the Western Cape. South Africa. Photo credit: Abu Shawka via Wikimedia Commons Introduction The African Forest […]
Dare to Invent the Future: Apply to be a UN Young Champion of the Earth
Nairobi, 28 January 2019 – The United Nations announced today that it is calling for nominations for the 2019 Young Champions of […]
International Innovation Award for Sustainable Food and Agriculture
FAO and the Government of Switzerland are calling on individuals, private companies or institutions to submit a nomination for one of […]
ICRAF & CIFOR Merger: Accelerating Impact for a Sustainable World
On January 1, 2019, two of the world’s leading organizations focused on forestry and agroforestry, the Center for International Forestry Research (CIFOR) […]
AFF – HLG Monthly Monitoring of EU Forest Value Chains: Vol. I, No. 2, August 2024
AFF – HLG Monthly Monitoring of EU Forest Value Chains Vol. I, No. 2, August 2024 This monthly newsletter, produced […]