The Importance of Mangroves in GhanaCEFR A2
4 Jun 2025
Adapted from iWatch Africa, Global Voices • CC BY 3.0
Photo by Yoel Winkler, Unsplash
AI-assisted adaptation of the original article, simplified for language learners.
Mangroves are coastal trees that help protect the shoreline. They stop waves and reduce flooding, which helps local communities. In Ghana, these trees support many fishermen and provide materials for cooking.
Unfortunately, mangroves are threatened by things like urban development and climate change. These activities destroy mangrove habitats. Local groups work to protect and restore these important ecosystems.
Conserving mangroves is crucial for both the environment and the local economy. It helps communities adapt to climate change impacts.
Difficult words
- mangrove — a type of tree that grows near the coast.mangroves
- coastal — relating to areas near the sea.
- protect — to keep safe from harm or damage.
- habitat — the natural home of a plant or animal.habitats
- ecosystem — a community of living things and their environment.ecosystems
- conserving — keeping something safe for the future.
- community — a group of people living in the same area.communities
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Discussion questions
- Why is it important to protect mangroves?
- How can communities help restore mangrove habitats?
- What are some effects of climate change on coastal areas?
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