Evaluation of Afforesttation Activities In Abushouk And Alsalam Internal Displaced persons camps

Abstract

This study was carried out in Alsalam and Abushouk Internal Displaced Persons Camp (IDP) camps in the vicinity of Elfasher city, North Darfur state, during the period between November 2008 and April 2009. The aim of the study was to evaluate the afforestation activities in the camps. Field data were compiled from reports, records, field survey, questionnaire and interviews. Afforestation activities in IDP camps in the vicinity of Elfasher started in 2006. The main species planted were Azadirachta indica, Adansonia digitata, Grewia tenax, Acacia tortilis and Acacia mellifera. In addition, ornamental and fruit trees were mainly planted inside lodgings. Overall performance was promising giving 95% survival. The local community appreciated the benefits of the afforestation, and demands more afforestation programs to cover the whole camp area. X The study recommends; expansion of afforestation programs in these camps. Allocation of adequate funds and training of local communities on nursery work and seedling production which are instrumental in the continuation of the afforestation programs.