Also known as: Ghana Forestry Commission
Forestry Commission — Ghana government agency responsible for forest management, restoration, and timber monitoring across the country.
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… nating Council for 2026 on April 26, Regional Minister Linda Obenewaa Akweley Ocloo revealed that the wetland has significantly shrunk over the years due to illegal construction, indiscriminate waste disposal and rapid urban expansion. “REGSEC will support the Forestry Commission …
REGSEC sets April 28–30 demolition exercise at Sakumo Ramsar siteJoy Online
… Guards and all of that; frankly, I am failing to see their impact when it comes to fighting galamsey,” he said. “I see critical resources being deployed to a group that could have been channelled to institutions like the Police, the central institutions at the Forestry Commission …
Blue Water Guards not delivering expected results in galamsey fight — Daryl BosuJoy Online
… The problem is when they report to the police, no action is taken.” Mr Bosu suggested that resources would be better used by strengthening existing institutions. “Those resources could have been channelled to the police, the Forestry Commission, and the Minerals Commission to do …
Galamsey fight ‘uncoordinated and failing’ – Daryl BosuThe Ghana Timber Millers Organisation has strongly condemned an attack on a Forestry Commission timber monitoring checkpoint at Babatokuma in Bono East Region on June 9, during which state property was destroyed and staff were injured, calling for the arrest and prosecution of those responsible.
20 June 2026 · Joy Online →
The Ghana Timber Millers Organisation has strongly condemned an attack on a Forestry Commission timber monitoring checkpoint at Babatokuma in Bono East Region on June 9, during which state property was destroyed and staff were injured, calling for the arrest and prosecution of those responsible.
20 June 2026 · Joy Online →
Policy think tank Africa Policy Lens is calling for an urgent amendment of Section 25 of the Ghana Gold Board Act to protect the mandates of mining sector institutions and prevent financial losses from duplicated functions. APL warned that GoldBod is encroaching on mandates already assigned to other state institutions, including the Minerals Commission, NAELP, Forestry Commission, and GLRSSMP.
19 June 2026 · Joy Online →
The European Union is funding the Ghana Forest Restoration Grant Scheme to restore 14,000 hectares of degraded forest and build the capacity of 20,000 farmers and rural people, with emphasis on women and youth. The initiative supports the government's "Tree for Life" scheme implemented by the Ministry of Lands and Natural Resources and the Forestry Commission.
18 June 2026 · Joy Online →
The Forum for Responsible Resource Governance has described the Ghana Gold Board's planned nationwide land reclamation initiative as unlawful, arguing that the agency lacks statutory authority to undertake the project under its establishing legislation. GoldBod announced the estimated GH¢36.35 million project in partnership with the Ghana Armed Forces and Forestry Commission to restore lands degraded by illegal mining.
18 June 2026 · Joy Online →
The Forum for Responsible Resource Governance has called on the Ghana Gold Board to answer questions about funding, approval processes, and implementation details for its proposed GH¢36.35 million land reclamation, rehabilitation and reforestation programme, citing concerns about transparency and accountability given the scale of expenditure.
18 June 2026 · Joy Online →
The Ghana Gold Board, Ghana Armed Forces, and Forestry Commission have signed an agreement to reclaim and restore degraded lands in the Tano-Nimri Forest Reserve, establishing a national reclamation model that combines engineering capacity, enforcement standards, and ecological restoration to address devastation from illegal mining activities.
18 June 2026 · Business & Financial Times →
The Ghana Forest Restoration Grant Scheme, funded by the European Union, aims to restore 14,000 hectares of degraded Ghanaian forests while building the capacity of 20,000 farmers and rural people, with emphasis on empowering women and youth. The initiative supports the government's "Tree for Life" programme led by the Ministry of Lands and Natural Resources and the Forestry Commission.
17 June 2026 · Business & Financial Times →
GoldBod, the Ghana Armed Forces, and the Forestry Commission have partnered to reclaim approximately 50 hectares of the Tano Nimiri Forest Reserve in the Ahafo Region damaged by illegal mining, with a reported GH¢36 million investment to focus on land rehabilitation and replanting of indigenous tree species.
17 June 2026 · Joy Online →
Speakers at Ghana's Environmental Sustainability Summit 2026 warned that illegal mining and environmental degradation could undermine the country's green finance agenda and carbon market frameworks. Experts argued that businesses must prioritize environmental sustainability as core business strategy rather than charity, citing Ghana's estimated two percent annual deforestation rate.
17 June 2026 · Business & Financial Times →
The Ghana Institute of Foresters is calling for the arrest and prosecution of those involved in a violent attack on a Forestry Commission checkpoint at Babatokuma on June 9, 2026, where youths burned an accommodation facility and destroyed equipment. The institute rejected claims by alleged attackers that officers were engaging in extortion, stating that grievances must be pursued through lawful channels, not violence.
16 June 2026 · Joy Online →
The Ghana Gold Board has partnered with the Ghana Armed Forces and Forestry Commission to launch a national land reclamation project aimed at restoring degraded lands, with the first phase focusing on reclaiming 50 hectares within the Tano Nimiri Forest Reserve that has been affected by illegal mining and other harmful activities.
16 June 2026 · Joy Online →
A University of Ghana professor has called for a fundamental change in flood management strategy, arguing that existing measures such as dredging drains and partial demolitions are ineffective. He advocates for stronger institutional coordination, strict enforcement of planning regulations, wetland protection, and landscape restoration to address root environmental and governance challenges rather than symptoms.
16 June 2026 · The Ghanaian Times →
Ghana Water Limited warns that more than 50% of forest cover around Barekese Dam has been lost, reducing the reservoir's storage capacity by nearly 30% due to siltation from illegal logging, indiscriminate farming, bush burning, and human settlement expansion. The dam supplies more than 22 million gallons of water daily to Kumasi and surrounding communities, and officials caution that immediate action is needed to prevent severe consequences for water supply sustainability.
15 June 2026 · Joy Online →
Karpowership Ghana led a tree-planting exercise in Essikado, Western Region, on June 12, planting 1,000 trees including mahogany and mansonia species as part of its environmental sustainability and community development efforts. The initiative brought together regional officials, traditional leaders, Forestry Commission staff, and students to support Ghana's afforestation agenda.
15 June 2026 · Joy Online →
Traditional leaders, environmentalists, and residents of Dodowa and Shai have called for an immediate halt to clearing part of the Dodowa Forest for a temporary market during redevelopment of the main market. They say the forest represents over 200 years of cultural, historical, and environmental heritage and warn that it has already been reduced from about 320 acres to a few acres.
14 June 2026 · Joy Online →
Asante Gold Chirano Limited has launched a reforestation project to restore approximately 800 hectares of degraded forest land as an environmental offset for areas disturbed by its mining operations, with an expected investment of US$7 million over 10 years and creation of more than 350 jobs for surrounding communities.
13 June 2026 · Joy Online →
Asante Gold Chirano Limited has launched a US$7 million reforestation programme to restore approximately 800 hectares of degraded land within the Tano-Suraw Forest Reserve over 10 years, expected to create more than 350 jobs for surrounding communities. The initiative is part of the company's reforestation offset agreement with the Forestry Commission and aims to restore ecosystems, protect watersheds, improve biodiversity, and contribute to climate change mitigation.
13 June 2026 · Business & Financial Times →
Karpowership Ghana planted 1,000 trees in Essikado community, Western Region, as part of the Green Ghana Day and Tree For Life initiative to support afforestation and environmental sustainability. The Forestry Commission's Deputy Chief Executive commended the effort as a model partnership between government, communities, and the private sector needed to protect forests from deforestation, illegal mining, and bushfires.
12 June 2026 · Joy Online →
A KLM Royal Dutch Airlines flight from Accra to Amsterdam turned back about 45 minutes after take-off on Thursday night following a reported onboard fire scare and landed safely in Accra with no injuries reported. The exact cause of the fire scare remains unclear as KLM and aviation authorities have yet to issue a detailed statement.
12 June 2026 · Joy Online →
A Rocha Ghana has condemned an attack on Forestry Commission staff and destruction of a timber checkpoint accommodation at Babatokuma in the Kintampo District on 9 June 2026, which the group says is part of a recurring pattern of violence against conservation workers. The conservation organisation called for a swift police investigation, stronger security for forestry personnel, and greater transparency, warning that unresolved attacks weaken environmental law enforcement.
12 June 2026 · The Chronicle →
Ghana's non-traditional export sector achieved a record US$5.006 billion in earnings in 2025, a 30.7 per cent increase from US$3.83 billion in 2024. Exporters were urged to sustain the compliance and innovation that drove this growth at a Ghana Shippers' Authority forum.
11 June 2026 · Business & Financial Times →
Ghana has launched the National Shea Commodity Platform to coordinate development of the shea sector and improve livelihoods by transitioning from wild harvesting to commercial cultivation. The platform, hosted by the Tree Crops Development Authority, brings together government, researchers, development partners, and private sector actors to support sustainable growth in the value chain.
11 June 2026 · Joy Online →
The Forestry Commission has condemned the vandalization and destruction of its accommodation facility for timber checkpoint personnel at Babatokuma in the Kintampo Forest District on June 9, 2026. The Commission says the attack was aimed at disrupting enforcement of forestry regulations and protecting forest resources, and calls on stakeholders to support efforts against impunity in the forestry sector.
11 June 2026 · The Ghanaian Times →
An irate mob attacked Forestry Commission personnel and burned a newly constructed accommodation facility for timber checkpoint staff at Babatokuma near Kintampo on June 9, injuring officers on duty. The attackers claimed the checkpoint threatened their timber business interests in the area.
11 June 2026 · Joy Online →
The Western Central Regional Police Command says calm has been restored in Benso near Tarkwa following a violent disturbance on Sunday, June 7, which left two people injured, including one sustained gunshot wounds. The incident began when a 22-year-old man's motorcycle was moved by forestry officials; when he returned and demanded its release, he came back with a large group that attacked the Forestry Commission office.
10 June 2026 · Joy Online →
Damang Gold Mine Limited marked World Environment Day at an event in the Western Region with traditional authorities, EPA officials, and community members. The company donated eight refuse bins to four schools in Damang to support waste management and environmental education.
10 June 2026 · The Chronicle →
Ghana's non-traditional export sector earned a record US$5.006 billion in 2025, a 30.7 per cent increase from US$3.83 billion in 2024, prompting exporters to be urged to sustain the compliance and innovation that drove the milestone achievement.
9 June 2026 · Joy Online →
Telecel Ghana and students from Kordiabe R/C Basic School planted 10,000 seedlings in the Chipa Tributary Forest Reserve in the Shai-Osudoku District to mark World Environment Day, bringing the telecom operator's total to 43,000 trees planted over the last five years.
9 June 2026 · The Ghanaian Times →
The Forestry Commission office in Ashanti Region has launched its 2026 tree-planting exercise with a target to plant three million trees across the region, building on a 2025 campaign that achieved over 85 percent tree survival rate. The initiative prioritizes sustainability and environmental recovery, with focus on reclaiming degraded forest reserves and individual seedling requests rationed to a maximum of five trees each.
9 June 2026 · The Chronicle →
The Forestry Commission has launched its month-long "Trees for Life" programme in Ashanti region, targeting the planting of 3 million trees in degraded forest reserves including Tano Offin, Jimira, and Offin Shelter Belt. The initiative, running until the end of June, prioritises the most degraded forest reserves, with the region having achieved an 85 per cent survival rate in previous planting efforts.
9 June 2026 · Joy Online →