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The African Black Walnut once faced extinction in Benin’s sacred forests. In this inspiring Restoration Academy Talk, Adigla Appolinaire Wédjangnon shares how evidence-based research and community wisdom revived the species. By combining soil analysis, precise microsite selection, and deep engagement with local leaders and farmers, his team developed a transferable method for ecosystem restoration and endangered species recovery across West Africa. Discover how sacred traditions, science, and community partnership turned a disappearing tree into a symbol of hope and resilience, proving that restoration succeeds when people and nature thrive together. The Restoration Academy Talks are short, story-driven insights from practitioners across Africa and Asia showcasing real experiences in ecosystem restoration and community resilience. https://www.decadeonrestoration.org/restoration-academy https://www.giz.de/en/projects/support-design-and-implementation-un-decade-ecosystem-restoration +++ Subscribe here to our channels: GIZonlineTV: https://www.youtube.com/user/GIZonlineTV Our work at GIZ: http://www.youtube.com/@ourworkatgiz_gmbh With our two channels we highlight our activities around the world. We operate in around 120 countries across five continents, promoting global health, digitalisation, sustainable agriculture, mobility, and much more. Gain insight into what we and our partners do – close by, on the ground, around the world. Sustainable development for a liveable future.  Further information here: https://www.giz.de/en/html/index.html Follow us on: LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/gizgmbh Bluesky: https://bsky.app/profile/giz.de +++ Abonnieren Sie hier unsere Kanäle: GIZonlineTV: https://www.youtube.com/user/GIZonlineTV Aus der Arbeit der GIZ: http://www.youtube.com/@ourworkatgiz_gmbh Auf unseren beiden Kanälen bieten wir Einblicke in unsere Arbeit weltweit. Wir sind in rund 120 Ländern auf fünf Kontinenten aktiv, im Einsatz für globale Gesundheit, Digitalisierung, nachhaltige Landwirtschaft, Mobilität und vieles mehr. Erhalten Sie einen Eindruck dessen, was wir gemeinsam mit unseren Partnern tun – nah, vor Ort, weltweit. Nachhaltige Entwicklung für eine lebenswerte Zukunft. Weitere Informationen: https://www.giz.de/de/html/index.html Folgen Sie uns auch auf: LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/gizgmbh Bluesky: https://bsky.app/profile/giz.de