Hotspot for Biodiversity
Unique coffee forests full of life
The Kafa Zone still boasts large, overlapping areas of mountainous afromontane cloud forest. The region is one of the 34 “Biodiversity Hotspots” worldwide and is therefore of global significance for conservation. Around 100 woody plant and many bird and mammal species are recorded. mehr →
Sheka and Yayu – NABU’s expertise
NABU manages all four UNESCO biosphere reserves in Ethiopia
Biosphere reserves are natural or cultural landscapes recognised by UNESCO as model regions for sustainable development. They balance conservation and land-use interests, as humans depend on intact ecosystems and their services. mehr →
Biodiversity Project (2014-2017)
Unique coffee forests full of life
Ethiopia is a globally significant biodiversity hotspot and is considered to be one of the world's most species-rich countries. The last remaining highland forests have been identified as particularly valuable key ecosystems. However, they have declined dramatically in size. mehr →
Climate and Forest Project (2011-2014)
Preserving the wild coffee forests
The remaining afromontane cloud forests in the south-west of Ethiopia are an exeptional natural heritage site and home to numerous animal and plant species, some of them endemic. The region is considered to be the birthplace of Arabice coffee, one of the finest coffees in the world. mehr →