In a strong show of climate action and environmental stewardship, the United Nations Development Programme (UNDP), United Nations Volunteers (UNV), and KPMG Ghana have reaffirmed their commitment to Ghana’s ecological restoration efforts through a collaborative tree-planting exercise at the Chipa Forest Reserve in Agomeda.
Approximately 400 tree seedlings were planted during the exercise, which forms part of the government’s flagship 2025 “Tree for Life” initiative—a nationwide campaign to promote biodiversity conservation and sustainable land use. The effort also included the replanting of previously planted seedlings that failed to take root, reinforcing the initiative’s long-term impact strategy.
The planting followed an earlier public webinar organized by the partners to build awareness around biodiversity and environmental protection. Moving from awareness to tangible action, the organisations translated their advocacy into fieldwork, reinforcing the critical link between knowledge and execution.
Dr. Abdul-Razak Saeed, Head of the Environment and Climate Cluster at UNDP Ghana, emphasized the importance of consistent community action. “This is more than a symbolic gesture. It’s a statement that we’re invested in Ghana’s restoration targets and sustainability agenda,” he said.
KPMG Ghana also highlighted its continued commitment to green initiatives. Senior Manager Osei Asenso-Antwi noted that environmental sustainability is a key pillar of KPMG’s corporate responsibility. “By collaborating with UNDP and UNV, we magnify our impact and contribute meaningfully to global and national climate goals,” he said.
Francis Ofosu, Partnership and Mobilisation Officer for UNV Ghana, underscored the programme’s dedication to long-term environmental change. “We’re not just planting trees—we’re nurturing them. This ongoing commitment is our way of ensuring that our contributions endure,” he said.
This initiative adds momentum to Ghana’s reforestation agenda and illustrates the power of partnerships in addressing climate challenges. By bringing together development agencies, volunteers, and the private sector, the effort serves as a model for collective action in safeguarding the country’s natural resources.
