15 million trees to be planted across Uganda from Ali Campbell concert proceeds

Next Saturday, March 2, English reggae maestro Ali Campbell will be returning to Uganda with his band in a fairly coveted concert at Kololo Independence Grounds. 

Noteworthy, however, about his return concert is that all the proceeds from the concert will not be someone's profit, but rather go into planting of 15 million trees across the country. 

According to the organisers of the concert, Talent Africa, this will a way of demonstrating the power of music to inspire positive change and foster environmental consciousness. 

"Music has the power to inspire action and unite communities in a greener and healthier environment, and as such an industry, let us also celebrate the spirit of environmental stewardship and collective responsibility towards our natural world. Planting 15 million trees symbolises a commitment to nurturing and sustaining the country's natural heritage for future generations. It's a tangible way to honour the past, celebrate the present, and invest in the future of Uganda's environment," said Talent Africa boss Aly Allibhai. 

The organisers added that the tree planting exercise will kick off immediately post concert, using various mediums, institutions to ensure efficient realisation of the target.

As of 2021, according to World Bank's collection of development indicators, Uganda's forest cover stood at 11.45% of the total land area. The 15 million trees, therefore, speaks to an increased percentage, and resultantly a plus for environmental conservation in the land.