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Wilson Kakurira
The baobab tree has been providing food, clothing, shelter, ornaments and medicine to people in many parts of Africa since time immemorial.
Birchenough Bridge residents have gone a step further to weave mats from the tree’s bark.
The community is earning a living from the mats as one is sold at an average price of US$20.
The African baobab, scientifically known as Adansonia digitate, is an iconic tree found across the continent.
Its distribution is influenced by climatic conditions and habitat suitability.
The baobab is one of the most nutrient-dense fruits in the world.
The pulp is rich in Vitamins B and C, potassium, magnesium, iron, calcium and fibre.
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