The Kibokoni reforestation site comprises 309 hectares located in a giant estuary between the Goshi River and the Indian Ocean. This region is home to a large Mijikenda population, who traditionally maintain healthy forest ecosystems, using rare plant species for medicinal purposes. However, since the 19th-century, local communities use mangroves as timber, firewood, charcoal burning, and fish farming. High population growth exacerbates the stress on local mangrove ecosystems. Additionally, overharvesting choice mangroves for use as timber results in genetic impoverishment for the estuary's remaining mangroves.

The communities around Kibokoni are known for their conservative Kaya Taboo traditional beliefs and practices such as treatment using medicinal plants, the prohibition of cutting down of rare and endangered plant species, and performing traditional arts. The local people face limited freshwater, poor road connectivity, and insufficient education facilities. A consistent income tied to sustainable land-use practices will significantly improve the overall wellbeing of the community.

Eden will implement their proven Employ-to-Plant methodology and hire community members to reforest their mangrove ecosystems. Through local villagers' employment and the planting of 3 million native trees, our Kenya team will work to restore their environment while lifting local communities out of extreme poverty.

Site Name: Kibokoni
Population: 75,434
Type of Reforestation: Mangrove
Overall Site Size: 309 Hectares
Number of Trees per Hectare: 10,000/ha
Total Planting Capacity: 3,000,000
Land Ownership: Government
Year 1 Planting Commitment: 1,000,000
Total Annual Commitment: $150,000