africa's great green wall

Question 1

what is it

Answer 1

an African initiative that will contribute to the united nations sustainability development goals.
on the boundaries of the Sahel and the Sahara, in Northern Africa.
involves 20 countries across Africa.

Question 2

aims

Answer 2

to restore 100 million hectares of degraded land whilst transforming many lives.
it will also have a positive impact on climate change.

Question 3

impacts on the land

Answer 3

reverse soil degradation.
stops desert intruding further south.
binds the soil together by the extensive root system.
preventing soil and nutrients from being washed or blown away.

Question 4

impacts on the people

Answer 4

builds sustainable businesses which could create 10 million green jobs.
supporting the economy of countries within the Sahel region.

Question 5

when did the project begin
what are the expected costs

Answer 5

2007
$8billion

Question 6

trees of Sahel

Answer 6

Baobab trees.
can grow in dry, degraded land
can be turned into powdered fruit to sell-a super food.
trees provide food and shelter.
helps regenerate the land, reversing desertification.
provides an income through green jobs.
fruit is a natural multi vitamin, can regulate diabetes.

Question 7

Northern Ghana ^^^

Answer 7

communities majority of of women.
men are in Accra (burner boys) to provide an income.
allows women to have the independence and an easy, safe way to create money.
fair trade +education + documentaries.