Ghana Forestry Commission Reveals Over 350 Private Investors Engaged in Forest Plantation Development
The Chief Executive Officer of the Forestry Commission, Dr. Hugh C. A. Brown, has disclosed that more than 350 private companies and individuals are actively participating in commercial forest plantation projects across Ghana's forest reserves. Speaking during the 2026 Tree for Life Reforestation Initiative at West Africa Senior High School on June 5, Dr. Brown said the growing involvement of private investors demonstrates increasing confidence in Ghana's efforts to restore degraded forests while creating sustainable economic opportunities. The event, held under the theme "Forests and Economies," highlighted the critical role forests continue to play in supporting livelihoods, economic growth, and environmental sustainability. According to Dr. Brown, most of the commercial plantation projects are focused on timber production and the emerging carbon credit market, which is attracting growing interest from investors seeking environmentally sustainable ventures. He noted that the forestry sector […]
