Spatio-Temporal Assessment of Vegetation Cover Changes in Nyungwe National Park, Rwanda (2013–2022): Implications for Conservation Management

A comprehensive spatio-temporal assessment of Nyungwe National Park, Rwanda, reveals that 98% of its vegetation experienced statistically significant changes between 2013 and 2022. Despite moderate rainfall variability, the park's montane forest demonstrated remarkable resilience, with no significant correlation between climate factors and vegetation health. The study identified localized degradation hotspots near northern and southeastern boundaries, driven primarily by anthropogenic pressures rather than climatic influences. These findings underscore the need for targeted conservation strategies, including enhanced boundary protection, active restoration of degraded areas, and strengthened buffer zone policies to mitigate edge effects.

Mr. Telephosa Bakuriramumwami. (2026). Spatio-Temporal Assessment of Vegetation Cover Changes in Nyungwe National Park, Rwanda (2013–2022): Implications for Conservation Management. Research Publish Journals (Www.researchpublish.com). https://doi.org/10.5281/ZENODO.20051116