Sudan: Volunteers plant trees to make Khartoum greener amid reconstruction
As reconstruction efforts are underway in Sudan's capital, Khartoum, a local initiative is focused on environmental restoration. The "Green Khartoum" project aims to plant 1,000 trees across the city to enhance its greenery.
As reconstruction efforts are underway in Sudan's capital, Khartoum, a local initiative is focused on environmental restoration. The "Green Khartoum" project aims to plant 1,000 trees across the city to enhance its greenery.
The initiative, led by volunteers, seeks to restore the city's natural environment. According to Mugtaba Montaser, the founder of "Green Khartoum," the project originated from a desire to see more fruit trees in public spaces.
The army regained control of Khartoum from the Rapid Support Forces (RSF) in March 2025. Subsequently, the Sudanese government announced its return to the capital in January 2026 after operating from Port Sudan for nearly three years. The transition back to Khartoum has created opportunities for environmental projects.
As reconstruction efforts are underway in Sudan's capital, Khartoum, a local initiative is focused on environmental restoration.
Volunteer Haitham Bahr emphasized the importance of the initiative in restoring the city's green spaces. The project has garnered significant interest from young people, motivated to improve their city’s environment.
Moaaz Fathallah, a volunteer, expressed hope that the initiative would extend beyond Khartoum to other regions such as Bahri and Omdurman, contributing to a greener Sudan.
Since the army recaptured Khartoum, over a million residents have returned, though conflict persists in the Kordofan region.
Based on reporting by Africanews.
