Madagascar
Analamandreky
About this project
The Analamandreky site is located to the east of Cape Saint Andre (known as Tanjona Vilanandro in Malagasy), on the northwest coast of Madagascar. It is situated about 200 kilometers south of Mahajanga city, and the closest community is Mahabana, which is situated between the Indian Ocean and a vast network of mangrove channels. The site comprises a healthy mangrove ecosystem as well as degraded areas that are in need of restoration.
Manombo Bay, the mouth of the estuary where the site is situated, is filled with a complex network of sand bars and mud flats during low tide. The area’s mangrove forests support a diverse range of flora and fauna. The mud flats provide food for various birds, including large flocks of greater flamingos (Phoenicopterus roseus). In the waterways, rays, jacks, barracudas, and sharks prey on smaller fish and abundant shrimp that spawn in this intricate mangrove system. The area serves as a habitat for Madagascar flying foxes (Pteropus rufus), a species of particular conservation concern.
The mangrove forests in this region are targeted explicitly for producing charcoal and collecting wood for cooking, construction, and other purposes. As a result of excessive tree cutting, the area has suffered significant erosion, and the waterways have started filling up with soil that washes into the ocean. Deforestation has destroyed the natural habitat of numerous animals and marine species that rely on this ecosystem for shelter and survival. Moreover, it has negatively impacted the communities in the area, which depend heavily on fishing for their income and subsistence.
Manombo Bay, the mouth of the estuary where the site is situated, is filled with a complex network of sand bars and mud flats during low tide. The area’s mangrove forests support a diverse range of flora and fauna. The mud flats provide food for various birds, including large flocks of greater flamingos (Phoenicopterus roseus). In the waterways, rays, jacks, barracudas, and sharks prey on smaller fish and abundant shrimp that spawn in this intricate mangrove system. The area serves as a habitat for Madagascar flying foxes (Pteropus rufus), a species of particular conservation concern.
The mangrove forests in this region are targeted explicitly for producing charcoal and collecting wood for cooking, construction, and other purposes. As a result of excessive tree cutting, the area has suffered significant erosion, and the waterways have started filling up with soil that washes into the ocean. Deforestation has destroyed the natural habitat of numerous animals and marine species that rely on this ecosystem for shelter and survival. Moreover, it has negatively impacted the communities in the area, which depend heavily on fishing for their income and subsistence.
Progress and community impact
Since its inception, the Analamandreky project has shown substantial progress in ecosystem recovery. With over 4.5 million trees planted since 2015, These efforts have restored critical ecosystem services such as storm protection, erosion control, and spawning habitats for commercial fish species.
The project’s socioeconomic impacts are equally noteworthy. An average of 12 employees have worked at the site each month, dedicating 21 days on average to restoration activities. These jobs provide steady incomes, enabling families to save, invest, and improve their living standards. Benefits include access to healthcare, better nutrition, and education for children, fostering a brighter future for the local community.
The project’s socioeconomic impacts are equally noteworthy. An average of 12 employees have worked at the site each month, dedicating 21 days on average to restoration activities. These jobs provide steady incomes, enabling families to save, invest, and improve their living standards. Benefits include access to healthcare, better nutrition, and education for children, fostering a brighter future for the local community.
Location
Country: Madagascar
Region: Boeny
Project Type
Reforestation
Environmental Benefits
- Erosion Prevention
- Enhance Water Quality.
- Habitat Restoration
- Biodiversity Enhancement
- Increased Carbon Capture
Location
Country: Madagascar
Region: Boeny
Project Type
Reforestation
Environmental Benefits
- Erosion Prevention
- Enhance Water Quality.
- Habitat Restoration
- Biodiversity Enhancement
- Increased Carbon Capture
About this project
The Analamandreky site is located to the east of Cape Saint Andre (known as Tanjona Vilanandro in Malagasy), on the northwest coast of Madagascar. It is situated about 200 kilometers south of Mahajanga city, and the closest community is Mahabana, which is situated between the Indian Ocean and a vast network of mangrove channels. The site comprises a healthy mangrove ecosystem as well as degraded areas that are in need of restoration.
Manombo Bay, the mouth of the estuary where the site is situated, is filled with a complex network of sand bars and mud flats during low tide. The area’s mangrove forests support a diverse range of flora and fauna. The mud flats provide food for various birds, including large flocks of greater flamingos (Phoenicopterus roseus). In the waterways, rays, jacks, barracudas, and sharks prey on smaller fish and abundant shrimp that spawn in this intricate mangrove system. The area serves as a habitat for Madagascar flying foxes (Pteropus rufus), a species of particular conservation concern.
The mangrove forests in this region are targeted explicitly for producing charcoal and collecting wood for cooking, construction, and other purposes. As a result of excessive tree cutting, the area has suffered significant erosion, and the waterways have started filling up with soil that washes into the ocean. Deforestation has destroyed the natural habitat of numerous animals and marine species that rely on this ecosystem for shelter and survival. Moreover, it has negatively impacted the communities in the area, which depend heavily on fishing for their income and subsistence.
Manombo Bay, the mouth of the estuary where the site is situated, is filled with a complex network of sand bars and mud flats during low tide. The area’s mangrove forests support a diverse range of flora and fauna. The mud flats provide food for various birds, including large flocks of greater flamingos (Phoenicopterus roseus). In the waterways, rays, jacks, barracudas, and sharks prey on smaller fish and abundant shrimp that spawn in this intricate mangrove system. The area serves as a habitat for Madagascar flying foxes (Pteropus rufus), a species of particular conservation concern.
The mangrove forests in this region are targeted explicitly for producing charcoal and collecting wood for cooking, construction, and other purposes. As a result of excessive tree cutting, the area has suffered significant erosion, and the waterways have started filling up with soil that washes into the ocean. Deforestation has destroyed the natural habitat of numerous animals and marine species that rely on this ecosystem for shelter and survival. Moreover, it has negatively impacted the communities in the area, which depend heavily on fishing for their income and subsistence.
Progress and
community impact
community impact
Since its inception, the Analamandreky project has shown substantial progress in ecosystem recovery. With over 4.5 million trees planted since 2015, These efforts have restored critical ecosystem services such as storm protection, erosion control, and spawning habitats for commercial fish species.
The project’s socioeconomic impacts are equally noteworthy. An average of 12 employees have worked at the site each month, dedicating 21 days on average to restoration activities. These jobs provide steady incomes, enabling families to save, invest, and improve their living standards. Benefits include access to healthcare, better nutrition, and education for children, fostering a brighter future for the local community.
The project’s socioeconomic impacts are equally noteworthy. An average of 12 employees have worked at the site each month, dedicating 21 days on average to restoration activities. These jobs provide steady incomes, enabling families to save, invest, and improve their living standards. Benefits include access to healthcare, better nutrition, and education for children, fostering a brighter future for the local community.
Looking ahead
Looking ahead
Our efforts aim to reverse these impacts by restoring mangroves, improving biodiversity, and rebuilding the natural habitats essential for marine and terrestrial species. This initiative also enhances the resilience of fishing-dependent communities by revitalizing their environment and securing sustainable incomes.
The success of the Analamandreky project underscores the importance of collaboration between local communities and our organization. Moving forward, the focus will remain on expanding restoration efforts, fostering community development, and ensuring long-term ecosystem resilience. Together, these initiatives promise a sustainable and flourishing future for Madagascar’s mangroves and the people who depend on them.
The success of the Analamandreky project underscores the importance of collaboration between local communities and our organization. Moving forward, the focus will remain on expanding restoration efforts, fostering community development, and ensuring long-term ecosystem resilience. Together, these initiatives promise a sustainable and flourishing future for Madagascar’s mangroves and the people who depend on them.
