GoldBod commits GHC35 million to Tano Nimri Forest Reserve reclamation

The Ghana Gold Board, known as GoldBod, has set its sights on reforesting an additional 150 hectares of degraded land in 2027. This initiative targets areas damaged by illegal mining, colloquially referred to as galamsey. The reforestation project, a joint effort between GoldBod, the Ghana Armed Forces, and the Forestry Commission, has already begun its work on 80 hectares this year.

GoldBod announced plans to expand the reforestation efforts to 150 hectares across 30 forest reserves next year, as part of a broader mission to restore degraded landscapes. In a recent Facebook post, GoldBod underscored the importance of striking a balance between Ghana's gold production goals and environmental preservation. They emphasized that the economic gains from gold mining should not be achieved at the expense of Ghana's forests, stating "No amount of foreign exchange is worth a lost forest."

GoldBod reaffirmed its dedication to responsible and sustainable gold mining practices. The reforestation program is a key component of GoldBod's effort to ensure that Ghana's gold economy benefits communities without compromising the natural resources they depend on. The collaboration with the Armed Forces and the Forestry Commission aims to support the restoration of damaged forest reserves and enhance efforts to safeguard the country's environmental heritage.