This Saturday, December 16, 2023, His Excellency the Vice President of the Republic of Burundi, Ir.Prosper Bazombanza, enhanced with his presence the ceremonies marking National Tree Day, 2023 edition, under the theme: “Forest and Health” during the ceremonies held in the Mubone district, Buterere Zone in Bujumbura City Hall.

In his speech for the occasion, the Vice-President of the Republic pointed out that forests are of paramount importance here in Burundi in general and abroad in particular because without forests there is no life, he said.

For example, he explained that trees play an important role on hills by increasing water sources and protecting the soil from erosion and that on roads, trees protect vehicles from accidents that can harm humans.

His Excellency Prosper Bazombanza also indicated that the State project “Ewe Burundi Urambaye” encourages all Burundian citizens to contribute actively to the protection of the environment through the planting of trees where possible but also in public places.