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How do rainforest impact trade in Africa ?

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One industry that could be impacted heavily is the pharmaceuticals industry. Tropical rainforests have provided key ingredients for an estimated 25% of pharmaceuticals and prescription drugs derived from rainforest plants are used to treat cancer, heart disease, bronchitis, arthritis, diabetes and other conditions.

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The impact of deforestation on ecosystems and animal habitat could also have other far- reaching impacts.
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