Angola Forest Area
Forest area as % of land area AG.LND.FRST.ZS
Angola's forest area was 51.20% in 2025, ranked 48th globally. This represents a 1.7% decrease from 2024. Data from World Bank, covering 1990–2025.
Overview
Angola's forest area stood at 51.20% in 2025, a decline of +0.89% from 2023. Based on recent trends, this figure is projected to reach 51.20% by 2025. Angola ranked 48th globally.
Angola's forest area has exhibited significant fluctuations over the past three and a half decades, with the country's forest coverage standing at 51.20% of its total area in 2025. Notably, this represents a decline from the all-time peak of 63.58% in 1990. In comparison, Guam's forest area has remained relatively stable, with a coverage of 51.85% in 2025. The sharp decrease in Angola's forest area is a cause for concern, as it may have severe environmental and economic implications. The decline in forest coverage can also be detrimental to the country's biodiversity and ecosystem services. To reverse this trend, Angola would need to implement effective conservation and reforestation efforts, potentially through sustainable land-use planning and management initiatives. If successful, these measures could stabilize and even increase the country's forest area, ultimately mitigating the negative impacts of deforestation and promoting eco-friendly development.
Data & projection
| Year | Forest Area | YoY change | Rank |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2026* trend | 50.76% | - | - |
| 2025* trend | 51.20% | - | - |
| 2025 | 51.20% | −0.89% | #48 |
| 2023 | 52.09% | −0.45% | #47 |
| 2022 | 52.54% | −0.45% | #46 |
| 2021 | 52.98% | −0.45% | #44 |
| 2020 | 53.43% | −0.45% | #43 |
| 2019 | 53.87% | −0.45% | #43 |
| 2018 | 54.32% | −0.45% | #43 |
| 2017 | 54.76% | −0.45% | #41 |
| 2016 | 55.21% | −0.45% | #40 |
| 2015 | 55.65% | −0.45% | #41 |
| 2014 | 56.10% | −0.45% | #39 |
| 2013 | 56.54% | −0.45% | #39 |
| 2012 | 56.99% | −0.45% | #38 |
| 2011 | 57.43% | −0.45% | #39 |
| 2010 | 57.88% | −0.45% | #37 |
Detected Pattern
Analysis
Angola matched the Orthodox Tightening Cycle pattern in 2024. Historically, 57% of countries showing this pattern (177 out of 311) saw forest area improve within 24 months. View full analysis →
Frequently Asked Questions
Angola's forest area was 51.20% in 2025. Ranked 48th globally. This represents a 1.7% decrease from the previous year.
Angola's forest area peaked at 63.58% in 1990.
The lowest forest area in Angola was 51.20% in 2025.
Angola ranks 48th globally in forest area as of 2025.
The World Bank indicator code is AG.LND.FRST.ZS. Data sourced from World Bank.
Angola's forest area is projected to reach 51.20% by 2025 based on trend extrapolation.
The forest area of Angola in 2025 was 51.20%. This ranks 48th in the world.
Cite this page
@misc{historysaid_angola_forest-area,
title = {Angola Forest Area},
url = {https://historysaid.com/angola/forest-area/},
publisher = {HistorySaid},
year = {2026}
}