Ethiopia has taken a significant
step forward in its ambitious Green Legacy Initiative today, planting an
impressive 600 million trees across the country in just one day. This massive
effort is part of the nation's goal to plant 6.5 billion trees throughout the
year.
The Ethiopian Tour Operators
Association (ETOA) joined the initiative this morning, participating in a
tree-planting event at Sheger city in the Oromia region, specifically at
Legedadi. The event was graced by the presence of several high-ranking officials,
including:
Her Excellency Ambassador Nasise
Challi, Minister of Tourism,
H.E. Ato Seleshi Girma, State
Minister
H.E. Ato
Aklilu Tadesse, State Minister
This initiative, launched in 2019,
aims to combat deforestation and climate change while promoting environmental
stewardship among Ethiopians. Today's achievement demonstrates the country's
commitment to creating a greener, more sustainable future.
The Green Legacy Initiative has
garnered international attention and support, positioning Ethiopia as a leader
in environmental conservation efforts in Africa. As the country continues its
journey towards its 6.5 billion tree goal, it sets an inspiring example for
nations worldwide in the fight against climate change.