Africa has vast areas covered by forests and forest trees. More than anything else, these resources are at the center of socio-economic and environmental protection of the continent. Life on the continent is largely shaped by these resources, their availability and their quality. African forests and trees are renowned for their habitats for wildlife, beekeeping, and are unique natural ecosystems and genetic resources. These forests are sources for numerous rivers and are home to several watersheds that are the cornerstones of the continent's economic development.