So why did we decide to partner with Justdiggit? In addition to its incredible achievements so far, Justdiggit sets itself apart by focusing on restoring degraded land – tree stumps, specifically – rather than planting new forests, which has a lower survival rate. The organisation uses proven Sustainable Land Management techniques to enable tree stumps to regrow into full-fledged trees. These stumps already have established root systems, and as they’re often indigenous to the land, they’re well adapted to the hot, dry climate. This strongly increases their survival rates in comparison to new trees planted. In Central Tanzania, this intervention is locally referred to as Kisiki Hai, which translates to Treecovery. Restoring vegetation in dry, degraded areas benefits the soil’s water availability, as the root systems make the land more porous, which means more water is able to seep deep into the soil. Strong vegetation also prevents erosion and flooding and improves overall soil health, allowing plants and trees to continue growing.