My Trees
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My Trees Trust grows healthy habitats and strong communities, through the replanting, restoration and protection of Zimbabwe’s precious indigenous woodland.
Zimbabwe
Joined August 2020
By visiting Christon Bank Reserve, you can help preserve its unique species and vital role in our ecosystem. Entry is just $2 per adult and $1 per child—a small fee for a big impact! Come and experience the beauty of nature and support the reserve. 📍 https://t.co/TY8LJ6pXKq
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Sarah Jakata joined My Trees Trust as a seed collector in 2022, since then, her knowledge of trees and their seeds has grown immensely. Thanks to our partnership with the United States Forest Service, a seed bank was built in 2023 to protect the seeds from livestock.
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After the recent rains, the Chiston Bank Botanic Reserve is full of vibrant greenery and lush landscapes—perfect for nature lovers. We can’t wait to welcome visitors to experience its beauty and tranquillity. #ChristonBankBotanicReserve #NatureLovers #VisitUs
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Educating communities is key to raising environmental awareness It strengthens understanding of the vital role trees play and encourages participation in conservation Most importantly, teaching children ensures that future generations grow up with a deep respect for nature
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Constance Chibaya turned her life around in 2022 when she joined My Trees Trust. Now she provides for her family and plays a crucial role in saving the environment. Her dedication to both her family and the planet is truly inspiring!
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We just had an incredible sighting on our bio cams at Tsetse Island! #TsetseIsland #WildlifeSighting #NatureAtItsBest #Biodiversity #EcoConservation #BioCam
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Happy Valentine’s Day from My Trees Trust! 🌱 We love what we do, and we love the environment we work so hard to protect. Thank you for supporting this love! #ValentinesDay #LoveNature #MyTreesTrust #EnvironmentalLove #GreenPlanet
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Tsetse Island has been thriving thanks to the high rainfall. Many natural water pans are now at full capacity, attracting aquatic bird life. The island's vegetation is flourishing too, providing vital grazing for key species
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Join us in Harare in March for a conference on Nature-Based Solutions and capacity-building Zimbabwe’s rich ecosystems play a crucial role in protecting communities and ensuring a stable, biodiverse future They are a crucial buffer against the severe impacts of climate change
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As we restore indigenous trees and protect biodiversity, we ensure social safeguards that engage communities. Respecting local knowledge and working together creates a positive lasting environmental and social impact.
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We planted over 600,000 trees this rainy season across all of our operations! A huge thank you to all of the growers, stakeholders and project partners. Also, a huge shout out to our dedicated team — your hard work made this another successful planting season.
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Celebrating World Wetlands Day 🌿 Today, we recognise the vital role that wetlands play in maintaining a healthy ecosystem. By rehabilitating these ecosystems we help strengthen wetlands, ensuring they continue to support diverse life for generations to come.
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We’ve successfully trained 360 communal farmers in sustainable agricultural practices, focusing on climate change and environmental management in Chundu, Deve, and Honde Valley.
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We have established a demonstration nursery at our head office, with a capacity of 33,000 seedlings. This nursery will serve as an educational centre for partners, donors, and funders. It’s a hub for collaboration and innovation in environmental management sustainability.
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We've removed a total of 857 snares in 24. Commonly snared species like impala have increased in population and there are fewer reports of large mammals with wire. The large herd of buffalo in Gache Gache, numbering between 400-500, shows very few signs of being snared 🐃
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Our Special Projects team has been actively involved in urban greening initiatives, planting over 25000 trees in schools and institutions. By engaging school children in tree-planting activities, we aim to instill the importance of environmental conservation from an early age.
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In 2021, Patto joined My Trees Trust, a year marked by profound loss with the passing of her husband. Since then, her involvement with us has brought vital support to her family, ensuring they have the resources they need to thrive.
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The anti-poaching team has covered an impressive 5751 kilometres on foot over the past year—equivalent to approximately 15 kilometres every day, all year long. Thanks to the addition of two off-road vehicles, we’ve been able to enhance our patrols and strengthen ground operations
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New Year, New Resolutions for My Trees Trust 🌱 As we step into 2025, My Trees Trust is committed to expanding our impact and reaching new goals - visit our other social media pages to see our goals!
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From fighting fires and grading roads to moving camps and dealing with floods, rebuilding after an elephant destroyed our kitchen, and encountering lions up close – our team has shown incredible resilience and dedication to our mission of conservation and sustainable development.
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