ZANZIBAR, Jan. 27 -- ENVIRONMENTAL stakeholders have praised President Samia Suluhu Hassan for dedicating her birthday to tree planting, saying the move underscores her strong commitment to climate action, reduction of carbon emissions and mitigation of the effects of climate change.

President Samia turns 66 today and, in a practical demonstration of environmental conservation and climate mitigation, she is scheduled to lead a special tree-planting exercise at Bungi Kilimo and Kizimkazi areas in Zanzibar to mark the occasion.

More than 2,000 people are expected to join the President in the exercise, which forms part of broader national efforts to promote environmental conservation and climate resilience.

Speaking in Zanzibar Town, Exec...