The Clash of Charcoal Production and Beauty Cream Demand

In Uganda, the iconic shea nut trees, celebrated for their economic and ecological significance, are under severe threat due to the escalating demand for charcoal. Once cherished for their diverse benefits—including the production of premium butter utilized in cosmetics and skincare products—these trees are now succumbing to illegal logging and land clearing aimed at charcoal production. This alarming trend not only puts Uganda’s rich biodiversity at risk but also endangers the…