The Ghana Gold Board (GoldBod) has signed an agreement with the Ghana Armed Forces and the Forestry Commission to reclaim 50 hectares of the degraded Tano-Nimiri Forest Reserve. The project, costing GH¢27.9 million, aims to restore areas degraded by illegal mining activities, according to a statement from GoldBod.
The initiative, announced on June 17, 2026, involves reforestation and land rehabilitation efforts. The Ghana Armed Forces will provide security and logistical support, while the Forestry Commission will oversee technical aspects of the restoration.
GoldBod CEO stated that the project is part of broader efforts to combat environmental degradation caused by galamsey (illegal small-scale mining). The Tano-Nimiri Forest Reserve, located in the Western Region, has suffered significant deforestation due to mining.
The three-year project will include planting native tree species and implementing soil conservation measures. It is expected to create jobs for local communities and improve biodiversity in the reserve.
