Ghana has exceeded its national tree-planting target, recording more than 31 million trees planted in 2025 under the Tree for Life Initiative, according to the Minister for Lands and Natural Resources, Emmanuel Armah-Kofi Buah.
Speaking at the launch of the 2026 Tree for Life Reforestation Initiative on Friday, June 5, the Minister described the achievement as a major milestone in Ghana’s efforts to restore degraded lands and promote environmental sustainability.
The 2025 campaign set a target of 30 million trees nationwide. However, through the combined efforts of government agencies, traditional authorities, educational institutions, religious bodies, civil society organisations, development partners, local communities, and the private sector, the country surpassed its goal by planting over 31 million trees.
Mr. Armah-Kofi Buah praised all stakeholders for their dedication to the initiative, noting that the achievement reflects the impact of collective action in addressing environmental challenges.
He stated that the success of the programme demonstrates Ghana’s commitment to safeguarding its natural resources and advancing its reforestation agenda.
Looking ahead, the Minister announced that the 2026 edition of the initiative will place greater emphasis on post-planting care, monitoring, and maintenance to improve tree survival rates and ensure long-term environmental benefits.
He urged institutions, schools, communities, and individuals to take responsibility for nurturing the trees they plant by watering them regularly, protecting them from bushfires and other threats, and monitoring their growth.
The Tree for Life Initiative, spearheaded by the Ministry of Lands and Natural Resources, remains a key component of Ghana’s broader strategy to restore degraded landscapes and build a greener, more sustainable future.
Story by Citizen Kofi Owusu
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