Location / SC

Bitereko subcounty, Mitooma District.

Entry year

2003

Trees Planted

1388

Bonny Mukiga, from Bitereko Subcounty in Mitooma District, began her journey as a Trees for Global Benefits (TGB) farmer back in 2003. She was encouraged to join the project by ECOTRUST coordinators and inspired by others who had already experienced its benefits. The idea of planting trees and earning from carbon credits seemed promising, and she was eager to be part of it.

She started by planting 800 trees. To her surprise and joy, she received carbon payments in the first year. This money came at a crucial time and was used to pay for her children’s education. Over the years, the consistent carbon payments continued to support school fees, easing a major burden for her family.

But the benefits didn’t stop there. Bonny’s trees have provided her with much more than just financial support. They offer resources like firewood, banana stakes, and poles, which are useful both at home and for income. As her trees mature, she’s preparing for a harvest that will bring in more income—and once that’s done, she plans to plant even more trees to keep the cycle going.

Grateful for the support she’s received through the project, Bonny is committed to continuing her involvement for the next 20 years. She sees it not just as a personal gain, but as a way to contribute to something bigger—building a better future for her family and community.

As ECOTRUST marks 20 years of the TGB project, Bonny sends her best wishes for a joyful celebration.