Theory of change

This project supports the restoration of a vast grassland ecosystem across two districts in Tanzania, connecting key conservation areas. Community-designed rapid rotational grazing plans allow Maasai herders to mimic natural livestock movements, reducing overgrazing and improving soil health. By adopting sustainable grazing practices, communities encourage the growth of perennial grasses, which help prevent soil erosion, promote biodiversity, and generate income.

Climate change mitigation

Livestock overgrazing removes perennial grasses, reducing soil carbon sequestration, topsoil protection and reliable supply of feed for livestock herds. Degraded soils lose carbon and become less resilient to climate variability and disasters. Alternating between grazing and protecting grasses increases soil organic matter, mitigating climate impacts and promoting local ecosystem resilience.

• Carbon removal
• Community investments
• Supporting grassland biodiversity