Africa Daily - Why is Kenya lifting its ban on logging?
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Kenya’s President, William Ruto, said recently that he will lift a ban on logging in the country.
He said that mature trees in Kenya’s forests can now be cut down and that this will help to boost the timber industry. The ban has been in place since 2018, with the aim of protecting Kenya’s natural forests.
So, what impact will change of direction have?
Published on Tuesday, 11th July 2023.
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