A high-level delegation from the World Bank Ghana, led by Country Director Mr. Robert Taliercio O’Brien, paid a visit to the Minister for Lands and Natural Resources, Mr. Emmanuel Armah-Kofi Buah, to discuss potential investments in the country’s forestry sector.
The meeting, which took place on Monday, March 24, 2025, in Accra, marked a significant step in strengthening Ghana’s collaboration with the World Bank to develop the forest economy, with a particular focus on job creation for the youth.
Despite the ongoing challenges facing Ghana’s forest reserves, including illegal mining and deforestation, Mr. Buah expressed the government’s commitment to working alongside the World Bank to implement large-scale reforestation and sustainable forest management projects.
He highlighted several key initiatives, such as the “Tree for Life” program, which aims to promote widespread tree planting, and the training of Blue Water Guards to protect the country’s water resources.
Mr. Buah also discussed the government’s efforts to engage parliamentarians on land restoration and the crucial need for enhanced forest protection.
In his remarks, Mr. Taliercio O’Brien reiterated the World Bank’s dedication to supporting Ghana’s forestry sector, noting that the Bank’s focus would include promoting agroforestry projects, restoring degraded forest areas, and creating employment opportunities for young people.
The World Bank’s involvement is expected to bring substantial investments that will not only generate jobs but also provide a pathway to sustainable forest management practices.
This partnership between Ghana and the World Bank is poised to make a significant impact, helping to revitalize the country’s forest economy, reduce its carbon footprint, and contribute to global climate change mitigation efforts.
Through these efforts, the collaboration aims to improve livelihoods, boost environmental sustainability, and create lasting economic opportunities for Ghana’s youth.
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