Competition for shea trees is rising in west Africa, leaving the poorest women collectors with less access and fewer gains.

Shea butter, a natural fat extracted from the nuts of the African shea tree, is gaining attention as a do-it-all ingredient for both hair and skincare. Rich in essential fatty acids, vitamins A and E, ...

There is growing investment in processing facilities in Nigeria. This is expected to have an effect on the trade dynamics of shea products in West Africa. There is a general trend of moving from ...

For International Women’s Day, Mongabay puts a spotlight on a community forest restoration effort to protect Ghana’s shea trees, which are economically and ecologically important species for the ...