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African Blackwood: The $13,000 Zambian tree they are hiding from you


Posted on December 21, 2024 | Posted on Hope Mkunte | Leave a Comment on African Blackwood: The $13,000 Zambian tree they are hiding from you

The price of mature wood can be substantial, often reaching around $9,000 per log or $13,000 per cubic meter, reflecting its rarity and high demand .

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December 22, 2025 | Author: Hope Mkunte | Categories: Blog

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We continued our mission to educate the next generation on environmental conservation, this time at Stashine Academy in Inqua Village, Chongwe District on the 3rd of July 2025. This workshop

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July 14, 2025 | Author: Hope Mkunte | Categories: Blog

From its medicinal purposes to its sweety and tangy black fruits, musiniga is a favorite to plant at Green Gold Social. Here is why

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Meeting with Network for people living with disabilities in Chongwe

July 1, 2025 | Author: Hope Mkunte | Categories: Blog

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