Professor Mustafa Suliman is an internationally recognized expert in natural resources management, rangeland ecology, livestock development, biodiversity conservation, environmental management, climate change adaptation, environmental impact assessment, and rural development.
With more than 35 years of professional experience, he has provided technical leadership, advisory services, research, training, and project support to governments, universities, international organizations, development agencies, NGOs, and private sector institutions.
Professor Mustafa Suliman (PhD)
Founder & Director General
Leadership Experience
Government Leadership
Director General, National Range Management Program
Ministry of Agriculture and Natural Resources, Sudan (1981–1987)
Professor Mustafa Suliman provided national leadership for Sudan’s Range Management Program. His achievements included the planning and establishment of six national range reserves, formulation and implementation of community-based anti-desertification projects, and development of national awareness programs on drought preparedness, environmental protection, and sustainable rangeland management.
Director General, Rehabilitation Program
Relief and Rehabilitation Commission (RRC), Sudan (1987–1991)
As Director General of the Rehabilitation Program, Professor Suliman led initiatives focused on food security, disaster preparedness, drought response, environmental rehabilitation, and community resilience in drought-prone and vulnerable rural areas.
Regional Leadership
Coordinator, Environment and Natural Resources Research Program
Pastoral and Environmental Network in the Horn of Africa (PENHA) (1996–1999)
Based in Addis Ababa, Ethiopia, Professor Suliman coordinated regional research programs involving universities, research institutions, and development organizations across Ethiopia, Kenya, Uganda, Sudan, Somalia, Djibouti, and Eritrea. The program focused on pastoral development, environmental protection, natural resource management, and sustainable livelihoods.
Academic Leadership
Founder, Dean and Professor
Faculty of Forestry and Range Science · Upper Nile University, South Sudan (1994–2010)
Professor Suliman played a leading role in establishing and developing the Faculty of Forestry and Range Science. He designed academic curricula, taught undergraduate and graduate courses, supervised MSc and PhD research, and contributed significantly to capacity building and professional training in natural resource management, environmental protection, and sustainable development.
Education
PhD in Range Ecology
Faculty of Agriculture, Department of Animal and Range Science
New Mexico State University, USA
1978–1981
MSc in Range-Livestock Management
Faculty of Natural Resources, Department of Range Science
Utah State University, USA
1975–1978
BSc in Biology and Ecology
Faculty of Science
University of Khartoum, Sudan
1965–1970
International Development Leadership
Professor Mustafa Suliman has served as Team Leader, Senior Consultant, Technical Advisor, Trainer, and Research Specialist for numerous international organizations, development agencies, governments, and donor-funded programs.
His international work has focused on natural resource management, rangelands development, livestock systems, environmental protection, climate resilience, biodiversity conservation, water resources, livelihoods, capacity building, and sustainable development.
His assignments have included environmental assessments, rangeland development strategies, livestock sector development, climate resilience initiatives, value chain development, capacity building programs, rural livelihoods projects, environmental impact assessments, and natural resource policy advisory services.
His clients and partners have included:
- Food and Agriculture Organization (FAO)
- United Nations Development Programme (UNDP)
- United Nations Environment Programme (UNEP)
- African Development Bank (AfDB)
- Intergovernmental Authority on Development (IGAD)
- Arab Organization for Agricultural Development (AOAD)
- OXFAM Great Britain
- PLAN International
- World Bank–supported projects
- World Bank–supported projects
- Various national governments, universities, research institutions, and development organizations across Africa and the Middle East
Career Highlights
- Director General, National Range Management Program, Ministry of Agriculture and Natural Resources, Sudan.
- Director General, Rehabilitation Program, Relief and Rehabilitation Commission (RRC), Sudan.
- Founder, Dean and Professor, Faculty of Forestry and Range Science, Upper Nile University, South Sudan (1994–2010).
- Coordinator, Environment and Natural Resources Research Program in the Horn of Africa, Pastoral and Environmental Network in the Horn of Africa (PENHA).
- Consultant to FAO, UNEP, UNDP, AfDB, IGAD, AOAD, OXFAM, PLAN International, and numerous government and development institutions.
- More than 35 years of professional experience in natural resource development, environmental management, livestock development, climate resilience, rural livelihoods, and sustainable development.
Distinguished Achievements
- Established six national range reserves in Sudan.
- Led national anti-desertification initiatives.
- Developed community-based drought preparedness programs.
- Founded and developed the Faculty of Forestry and Range Science at Upper Nile University.
- Coordinated regional natural resources research across the Horn of Africa.
Areas of Expertise
- Natural Resource Development
- Biodiversity Conservation
- Environmental Impact Assessment (EIA)
- Desertification Control
- Rangelands Management
- Environmental Protection
- Rural Development
- Capacity Building & Training
- Livestock Development
- Climate Change Adaptation
- Water Resources Development
- Sustainable Livelihoods
Geographic Experience
Professor Mustafa Suliman has worked extensively across Sudan, South Sudan, Ethiopia, Somaliland, Kenya, Uganda, Eritrea, Djibouti, Egypt, Oman, Saudi Arabia, Norway, Canada, China, the United Kingdom, the United States, and other countries across Africa, the Middle East, Europe, North America and Asia.
His work has involved technical advisory services, environmental assessment, policy development, institutional strengthening, capacity building, research, training, and implementation support for a wide range of development initiatives.
Professional Memberships & Affiliations
- Sudanese Union of Agricultural Engineers
- Wildlife Conservation Society – Sudan
- Registered Member and Consultant, Sudanese Agriculturists Council
- Sudan Environmentalists Society
- Grassland Society of South Africa
Professor Mustafa Suliman has been actively associated with several professional and scientific organizations dedicated to natural resource management, environmental conservation, rangeland development, and sustainable livelihoods.
Publications & Research Contributions
Professor Mustafa Suliman has authored and presented numerous publications, technical papers, and conference contributions on rangelands management, desertification control, biodiversity conservation, environmental protection, climate change, pastoral livelihoods, and sustainable natural resource management.
His work has been published and presented through organizations and institutions including FAO, UNEP, PENHA, AOAD, universities, international conferences, and regional development forums across Africa and the Middle East.
International Network
Through The Green Prairie Consultants, Professor Mustafa Suliman collaborates with a wide array of highly competent international experts and consultants in natural resources, environment, livelihoods, water resources, biodiversity conservation, climate resilience, and related fields.
Vision
To promote sustainable management of natural resources while improving livelihoods, protecting ecosystems, and strengthening resilience for future generations.