Reviving Ghana’s green belt: the fight for Ghanian forests requires a blend of science, local wisdom and collaborative action.

Feeding the world is no small task, especially with an ever-growing population in and around cities. Imagine a picture-perfect Ghanaian countryside filled with thriving farms, wetlands, and towns. Now, imagine these spots fading, threatened by overuse, climate change, and other challenges. That’s the current scenario in Ghana’s forest transition belt, a region vital for the country’s food and environmental health.

Atampugre, Gerald; Cofie, Olufunke; Tilahun, Seifu. 2023. Reviving Ghana’s green belt: the fight for Ghanian forests requires a blend of science, local wisdom and collaborative action. Colombo, Sri Lanka: International Water Management Institute (IWMI).