What are priority investments in rights to achieve long-term sustainability of forest areas?
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This report examines the link between collective tenure rights and climate action in sub-Saharan Africa, focusing on how collective forest ownership impacts both environmental and livelihood outcomes for local communities. It highlights the vital role of forests managed by local communities and Indigenous Peoples in climate change mitigation, conservation, and resilience.
As collective tenure is the dominant form of forest governance in Africa, recognizing and strengthening these rights is crucial for sustainable climate outcomes. With deforestation and land degradation accelerating, the report emphasizes the urgent need to support forest-dwelling communities who play a central role in conserving these critical landscapes.
Citation: Sander, L., Childress, M., Corcoran, C. & Kimaren ole Riamit, S. 2025. Collective tenure rights and climate action in sub-Saharan Africa – What are priority investments in rights to achieve long-term sustainability of forest areas? Rome, FAO.
