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Today, a host of problems are hindering environmentally sustainable development in Tanzania, whether on land or at sea. Illegal and unsustainable deforestation A majority of Tanzanians rely on wood and agricultural residues for their energy needs, causing deforestation and environmental degradation. The problem, of course, doesn?t stop there. Deforested areas no longer provide a home for wildlife - leading to biodiversity loss - and are also susceptible to soil erosion.

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