Brenda Ndenga

Brenda Ndenga is passionate about the development of landscapes with high use value for populations and holds a Master’s degree in Botany and Ecology with a specialization in Agroforestry. She has developed an in-depth understanding of the complex interactions between biodiversity, ecosystem functions, and agricultural production systems. Her several years of experience at the Laboratory of Systematic Botany and Ecology of the Higher Teachers Training College of Yaounde have allowed her to work in contrasting ecological contexts, including dense humid and evergreen forests as well as dry and humid savannahs, providing her with a holistic vision of the challenges and opportunities specific to each agroecological zone.

Currently a doctoral student, her research focuses on the qualitative study of native tree species seedling and seed supply systems to support tree planting efforts for landscape restoration and agroforestry in sub-Saharan Africa. This work addresses a strategic challenge: strengthening seed value chains to ensure access to diverse, locally adapted plant material available in sufficient quantity and quality. Her approach is firmly rooted in a multifunctional landscape perspective, and her technical skills include biodiversity assessment, ecological dynamics analysis, and the design of participatory restoration strategies.