Military personnel planted one hundred trees at Khumalo Barracks in Bulawayo. The event at the 1 Infantry Brigade base involved various species, from local indigenous types to fruit trees. Brigade Commander Cephas Gurira presided over the activity, which aimed to support ecosystem recovery and better living standards.
Brigadier-General Gurira explained this year's highlighted tree is the indigenous Umvebe, or Sausage Tree. He noted its uses in traditional medicine for treating conditions like diabetes and skin problems. The commander outlined wider benefits, stating a mature tree can capture fifteen kilograms of carbon dioxide annually. He said trees support hundreds of species, clean the air, and help prevent disasters like floods. Forests also provide many global livelihoods and sources for medicine.
Gurira thanked the Forestry Commission and Nyaradzo Life Assurance for providing the seedlings. He called on other groups to back similar environmental projects. The general encouraged viewing tree planting as a direct investment in the future, for shelter, food, and life itself. He framed the action as a lasting gift for coming generations.
Brigadier-General Gurira explained this year's highlighted tree is the indigenous Umvebe, or Sausage Tree. He noted its uses in traditional medicine for treating conditions like diabetes and skin problems. The commander outlined wider benefits, stating a mature tree can capture fifteen kilograms of carbon dioxide annually. He said trees support hundreds of species, clean the air, and help prevent disasters like floods. Forests also provide many global livelihoods and sources for medicine.
Gurira thanked the Forestry Commission and Nyaradzo Life Assurance for providing the seedlings. He called on other groups to back similar environmental projects. The general encouraged viewing tree planting as a direct investment in the future, for shelter, food, and life itself. He framed the action as a lasting gift for coming generations.
