Desertification

The process of land degradation by which fertile lands loses productivity because of droughts, deforestation, human activities, among other reasons. Desertification causes biodiversity loss Biodiversity LossThe reduction or extinction of species in a certain habitat. Biodiversity loss poses a great threat to the survival of…Read on اقرأ المزيد and declines in crop and livestock productivity, both of which can lead to food insecurity Food InsecurityLack of regular access to enough safe, and nutritious food due to unavailability of food and/or lack of resources to…Read on اقرأ المزيد for local communities. Climate change Climate ChangeThe most commonly used term to refer to the changes in the climate regionally and globally. It is recommended to…Read on اقرأ المزيد has caused the desertification of 5 million km² of land worldwide, affecting the livelihoods of 213 million people, and an additional 135 million people that might be displaced by 2045.