Forest Stewardship Council - Eastern Africa

FSC is an international non-profit that promotes environmentally responsible, socially beneficial, and economically viable management of the world's forests.

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The planet’s signals are getting louder. So is our response.
Solutions exist — we just need more speed and scale.
Start a conversation. Shift a policy. Choose sustainable products.
Every action counts!
#NowForClimate #WorldEnvironmentDay

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In Lesotho, football is creating impact beyond the pitch
The Stadium of Life, Africa’s first FSC-certified timber stadium, was built using 8,584 eucalyptus poles from responsibly managed forests.
More than a stadium, it’s a space for education, women’s sport, culture, and youth.

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Trust is earned through credible action and transparency.

That’s why FSC is strengthening the systems behind remedy implementation, from conflict of interest safeguards to verification tools and greater public visibility of progress.

Learn more: https://t.co/VbJFc1rsOi

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Fifteen organizations have now taken that step by endorsing the Zámba Heritage Initiative.
30 million hectares. 2 million households. By 2030.

Read more:
https://t.co/OjvwsLB4PB

#ZambaHeritage #FSCAfrica

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Strong forests need strong people and partnerships FSC Africa and ASTRAcademy have partnered to strengthen responsible forestry across Africa through training, technical capacity building, and knowledge sharing.
Read more: https://t.co/BH6NvF29Tl
#FSCAfrica #ForestsForAllForever

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What does the future of Africa’s forests look like? This Africa Day, we celebrate the role forests play in livelihoods, restoration, biodiversity, climate resilience, and sustainable development across Africa.
Read more: https://t.co/1dpJ40B7hH

#AfricaDay #

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🤝 Biodiversity action is a shared responsibility.
Governments, indigenous peoples and local communities, businesses, youth, and civil society all have a role to play.
Together, we can accelerate the implementation of the #KMGBF.

#BiodiversityDay #ForNature @unbiodiversity

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FSC members across Africa are helping drive the next chapter of forest governance through the Zámba Heritage

🎥 Watch the video
📖 Read more: https://t.co/cOf5x4YPMh
#ZambaHeritage #FSCAfrica #ForestsForAllForever

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In Lithuania, honeybee keepers helped shape the FSC National Forest Stewardship Standard, making beekeeping a recognized sustainable forestry activity in FSC-certified forests.
Now, beekeeper Vytis Garbauskas produces FSC-certified forest honey. 🍯🐝
📖 https://t.co/gH7RlF6ENI

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Final chance to share your feedback on FSC’s revised Chain of Custody standards.

The consultation runs until 15 June 2026.

English & Spanish: https://t.co/UUIw8UQonz

French: https://t.co/BXaBvwi0EZ

#ForestsForAllForever #FSC

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Voices of Zámba features FSC members across Africa sharing perspectives on forest governance and collaboration during the inaugural Zámba Heritage Initiative Congress in Nairobi.

https://t.co/cOf5x4YPMh

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ESG is no longer about promises. It’s about proof.
Investors and regulators now expect verified data, measurable impact, and transparent reporting.
Our new eBook explores how to move from sustainability claims to credible action.
Download: https://t.co/Vgf1PyQsGP
#VerifiedImpact

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This week in Bishoftu, Ethiopia, FSC Eastern Africa and OFWE are advancing discussions toward the certification of more than 4 million hectares of forests across Oromia.
The next 2 days, technical teams will finalize the certification roadmap and next steps for implementation.

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Forests thrive under Indigenous stewardship 🌍🌳

Indigenous Peoples protect much of the world’s remaining biodiversity and FSC is proud to work alongside them to strengthen responsible forest management.

#FSC #ForestsForAllForever #IndigenousPeoples

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Your water bill may already depend on forests.Healthy forest watersheds help keep water cleaner at the source, reducing the need for costly treatment and filtration.Lower treatment costs can mean lower utility costs .Support responsible forestry. Look for the FSC logo. 🌲

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What does FSC look like through the eyes of youth

At #FSCGSM in Bonn, a 3D mapping session helped unpack real barriers and opportunities for engagement
n Africa, we are already advancing youth participation through initiatives like Little Stewards and youth climate platforms

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At #FSCGSM in Bonn, the Africa team spotlighted a key shift — growing FSC membership is amplifying Africa’s voice and influence in sustainable forestry.
Insights from Gertrude Ogwok, Annah Agasha, Nouman Burthen & Guillermina Garza reinforced one thing: membership drives impact

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At #FSCGSM in Bonn, the Africa team spotlighted how FSC certification is delivering real impact across multifunctional landscapes.
From forest management to conservation, Africa’s experience is shaping global approaches to biodiversity and ecosystem services.
#FSCAfrica #

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It’s never just a forest.

It’s biodiversity.
It’s clean water.
It’s people’s livelihoods.

🌳 This is what we stand for.

#ForestsForAllForever #Sustainability #GenerationRestoration

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Healthy forests help keep food secure and affordable.

They support pollinators, control pests naturally, and protect soils, all of which help farmers maintain stable harvests.

When supply is stable, prices are too.

Look for the FSC label.

#ForestsForAllForever