Plant 50,000 Trees In Northern Rwanda

Dear Patrons,

We are pleased to share an important milestone in our 50,000 Trees Project. Thanks to your generosity, we have successfully completed the construction of our new sapling nursery, and our team has already begun preparing the space for planting.

The photo above shows members of our community carefully arranging plastic seedling bags and preparing the soil in the newly built nursery. This marks the beginning of an exciting phase where the foundation for 50,000 future trees is being laid.

1. Why We Expanded the Nursery

Our previous nursery structure was too small to support the large number of saplings required for this project. To produce all 50,000 seedlings in a healthy and sustainable way, we built a bigger and more efficient facility suited for large-scale restoration work.

2. What the New Nursery Provides

The improved nursery now offers:

•  Enough space for all 50,000 saplings

•  Better shade protection to prevent heat damage

•  Improved ventilation and drainage for healthier growth

•  Strong wooden framing to withstand weather variations

•  A clean layout ready for planting bags and watering systems

3. Construction Highlights

During the construction phase, our team successfully:

• Installed strong wooden structural posts and beams

• Completed roof supports and shade netting

• Prepared and leveled all planting beds

• Organized the area to receive thousands of planting bags

The nursery is now fully built. The photo shows the team placing plastic pots and preparing the soil for seedlings—an important step toward filling the nursery with life.

4. Next Steps

With the structure completed, we are now moving into the production phase:

• Arranging the remaining planting bags

• Beginning seed sowing

• Installing watering lines

• Setting up protective fencing around the entire site

5. Why This Matters

The new nursery is essential to the success of the 50,000 Trees Project. With this improved facility:

• Saplings will grow in a safer and controlled environment

• Seedling loss will be minimized

• We will grow stronger, healthier trees

• More land in the community will be restored with quality saplings

Your support is directly helping us restore degraded land, protect the soil, and improve the environment for future generations.

6. Appreciation

None of this would be possible without your generosity. Thank you for believing in our mission and for supporting a greener, healthier future for Rwanda.

With gratitude,

Jean Damascene Uwizeyimana
President, RWAYDAVO