The Minerals Income Investment Fund (MIIF) has commissioned a five-year project to restore 50 hectares of degraded forest at the Subri River Forest Reserve in Sekyere Krobo, Western Region. This initiative is part of MIIF's Environmental, Social and Governance (ESG) Biodiversity Reforestation Project, aimed at promoting environmental sustainability and strengthening biodiversity conservation in Ghana's mining regions. The project was launched on October 29, 2026.
The MIIF Chief Executive Officer, Justina Nelson, emphasized that the project reflects the Fund's commitment to responsible environmental stewardship. She stated that the true value of Ghana's mineral wealth lies not only in what is extracted but also in the natural heritage preserved for future generations. Nelson highlighted that the project's success will be measured by the extent to which the forest is restored and protected over time.
The Forestry Commission is providing technical expertise and implementation support to guide the rehabilitation process and promote the long-term survival of the restored forest. The Executive Director of the Forest Services Division of the Forestry Commission, Dr. Sarfo Adu, stressed the importance of sustained collaboration and effective forest management in achieving successful restoration. He urged other corporate organizations to draw inspiration from MIIF's initiative and partner with the Forestry Commission.
The Paramount Chief of Sekyere Krobo, Nana Kwao Badu II, commended MIIF and its partners for the initiative and welcomed the participation of farmers in the restoration exercise. He called on the Forestry Commission to work closely with the farmers to ensure they benefit from their efforts to nurture and protect the trees. Nana Kwao Badu II also expressed appreciation to MIIF for providing farm tools to support participating farmers.
The five-year initiative brings together MIIF, the Forestry Commission, and Corporate Ghana in a shared effort to address forest degradation, protect biodiversity, and promote sustainable environmental practices. MIIF acknowledged the support of the Ministry of Lands and Natural Resources, the Forestry Commission, Corporate Ghana, traditional authorities, the District Assembly, and the people of Sekyere Krobo.
Through the restoration of 50 hectares of degraded forest, the Fund is reinforcing its commitment to responsible mineral wealth management and ensuring that environmental protection remains an important part of Ghana's sustainable development agenda. The project is expected to have a positive impact on the environment and the local community.
Key stakeholders involved in the project include MIIF, the Forestry Commission, Zijin Golden Ridge Ghana, and traditional authorities. The project's success will depend on the collective commitment of all stakeholders to ensure the long-term survival of the restored forest.
Key points
- MIIF has launched a five-year project to restore 50 hectares of degraded forest in Sekyere Krobo, Western Region.
- The project aims to promote environmental sustainability and strengthen biodiversity conservation in Ghana's mining regions.
- The initiative brings together MIIF, the Forestry Commission, and Corporate Ghana in a shared effort to address forest degradation and promote sustainable environmental practices.
