Komaza is a Kenyan social forestry enterprise offering an innovative microforestry model to combat deforestation and rural poverty. Founded in 2006, Komaza supports smallholder farmers in planting and managing trees on their land by providing seedlings, technical training, and long-term support. Unlike industrial models, Komaza adopts a decentralized approach: it turns thousands of small producers into micro-foresters integrated into a sustainable value chain from planting to wood commercialization.
The company plays a vital role in regenerating drylands and creating stable income sources for farmers. By integrating technology, satellite data, and mobile apps, Komaza remotely monitors tree growth and optimizes field support. The model has already enabled the planting of millions of trees and stands out as a promising solution for large-scale reforestation in Africa. Komaza demonstrates that environmental impact and local economic development can go hand in hand.
