Ghana is turning to international partners for urgent financial support after government revealed that the country needs an estimated $22.6 billion to tackle growing climate challenges and protect vulnerable communities.
Speaking at the Government Accountability Series, the Minister of State for Climate Change and Sustainability, Seidu Issifu, said the huge funding gap makes it impossible for Ghana to independently finance its climate adaptation and mitigation programmes.
He explained that the resources are needed to implement sustainable environmental interventions, strengthen climate resilience, and reduce the impact of climate change on communities across the country.
According to the minister, government is now intensifying efforts to build strategic international partnerships to help secure the required funding.
“We cannot do it alone. Ghana requires about $22.6 billion to take care of its climate needs. We cannot raise it by ourselves,” Mr Issifu stated.
He disclosed that his ministry is working closely with development partners, particularly the European Union, to attract climate financing and support key environmental programmes.
Mr Issifu said collaboration with international institutions remains critical to helping government mobilise resources needed to implement its climate agenda and broader development priorities.
He stressed that stronger global partnerships will be essential if Ghana is to meet its environmental goals and respond effectively to the increasing threats posed by climate change.
