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Tropenbos Ghana, Kumasi (2026)

15/07/2026

𝐄𝐮𝐫𝐨𝐩𝐞𝐚𝐧 𝐔𝐧𝐢𝐨𝐧 𝐕𝐞𝐫𝐢𝐟𝐢𝐜𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧 𝐌𝐢𝐬𝐬𝐢𝐨𝐧 𝐄𝐧𝐠𝐚𝐠𝐞𝐬 𝐂𝐨𝐦𝐦𝐮𝐧𝐢𝐭𝐢𝐞𝐬 𝐨𝐧 𝐒𝐮𝐬𝐭𝐚𝐢𝐧𝐚𝐛𝐥𝐞, 𝐃𝐞𝐟𝐨𝐫𝐞𝐬𝐭𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧-𝐅𝐫𝐞𝐞 𝐂𝐨𝐜𝐨𝐚 𝐏𝐫𝐨𝐝𝐮𝐜𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧.

The European Union Verification Mission for the Deforestation-Free Cocoa project in Ghana is taking place this week, bringing together stakeholders and project participants to assess progress and engage directly with communities across the Asunafo–Asutifi, Bibiani–Sefwi Wiawso and Juaboso–Bia Hotspot Intervention Areas (HIAs) in the Ahafo and Western North regions.

During the first day of the mission, the team visited the Gyasikrom and Anwiawia communities in the Asunafo–Asutifi HIA, where traditional authorities and residents shared how the project is promoting sustainable, traceable and deforestation-free cocoa production.

They highlighted the positive impact of ongoing sensitization on natural resource laws, farming practices and environmental stewardship, noting that these efforts have strengthened awareness, encouraged responsible stewardship of natural resources and fostered greater collaboration to address environmental challenges.

A highlight of the day was hearing from the Chief of Gyasikrom, who said the project's sensitization sessions had helped him better understand Ghana's resource laws. He said he remains committed to tackling illegal activities in the community and urged community members to report such cases to him so he can take the necessary action.

The mission continues over the coming days with field visits and engagements across the remaining HIAs, providing an opportunity to assess progress, learn from communities and strengthen efforts towards , and -free cocoa production in Ghana.

The Deforestation-Free Cocoa Project is implemented by Solidaridad West Africa, Tropenbos Ghana, Rights and Advocacy Initiative Network, and TaylorCrabbe Initiative, with funding from the European Union in Ghana.

08/07/2026

𝐄𝐱𝐩𝐚𝐧𝐝𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐀𝐜𝐜𝐞𝐬𝐬 𝐭𝐨 𝐅𝐢𝐧𝐚𝐧𝐜𝐞 𝐟𝐨𝐫 𝐆𝐡𝐚𝐧𝐚'𝐬 𝐂𝐨𝐜𝐨𝐚-𝐆𝐫𝐨𝐰𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐂𝐨𝐦𝐦𝐮𝐧𝐢𝐭𝐢𝐞𝐬.

Access to affordable remains one of the biggest challenges facing many people in Ghana's -growing communities, particularly those in and underserved areas.

To help address this, Solidaridad West Africa, in partnership with Tropenbos Ghana, has provided US$180,000 (approximately GH¢2 million) as a revolving fund to 18 Village Savings and Loan Associations (VSLAs) under the Enhancing Access to Benefits while Lowering Emissions (EnABLE) project.

Unlike a one-time grant, a fund continues to benefit communities over time. Members can borrow to invest in cocoa production, trading, food processing and other income-generating enterprises, then repay the with a small, agreed interest. The repaid funds are then made available to other members, allowing the same investment to continue creating opportunities within the community.

"The revolving funds demonstrate the project's commitment to ensuring that groups benefit from opportunities created through Ghana’s conservation and sustainable cocoa initiatives,” said Evans Mensah Sampene, Programme Manager at Tropenbos Ghana.

For Mary Amoako, a member of the "Wo Daakye Nti" VSLA in Yawmatwa, the revolving fund represents an opportunity to invest in her farm and strengthen her livelihood.

"This new fund means we can achieve even more together. I can buy fertilizer, hire labour and manage my farm effectively to enhance productivity," she said.

The disbursement marks the start of a US$1 million revolving fund that will support 103 VSLAs and other women-led and vulnerable community groups across the project's six operational areas.

Before receiving the funds, the beneficiary groups underwent assessments and training in management, record-keeping, leadership, accountability, loan administration, conflict resolution and revolving fund management to help ensure the funds are managed responsibly for long-term impact.

Implemented by Solidaridad West Africa and Tropenbos Ghana with funding from the World Bank, the EnABLE Project supports cocoa-growing communities to strengthen livelihoods, promote climate-smart farming, and expand access to opportunities created through Ghana's Reducing Emissions from Deforestation and Forest Degradation (REDD+) Programme.

12/06/2026

Training on Environmental and Social Safeguards, Health and Safety for the Aggregation of Cocoa Pod Husks.

Through collaboration with the Environmental Health and Safety Division of the Bia West District Assembly, Tropenbos Ghana has helped EMFED Company Limited strengthen its waste-to-compost business case by embedding environmental and social safeguards at the core of its operations.

Aggregators of cocoa pod husks from the Gye Nyame Akweisikaneasem farmer cooperative, together with EMFED’s field staff, received targeted training to identify risks in their daily work and adopt preventive measures that protect both people and the environment.

These sessions sharpened skills in site and equipment safety, instilled a culture of responsibility across the compost production process, and reinforced the importance of conscious risk management in everyday practice.

The impact has been transformative. Aggregators and staff have become change leaders championing environmental safety and social responsibility within the enterprise.

EMFED’s commitment to valuing its human resources and safeguarding their well being has made its operations not only safer but also more socially beneficial.

Thanks to the ADA SSNUP grant, EMFED now stands as a credible, resilient, and environmentally conscious partner in the cocoa landscape. It seeks to attract investment opportunities while driving climate resilience across cocoa landscapes, proving that when businesses prioritize people and the planet, they unlock pathways to sustainable growth.

12/06/2026

Training on Upgrading Financial Operations, Business Administration, Marketing Strategy for EMFED STAFF.

Tropenbos Ghana, with support from the SSNUP grant, supported EMFED Company Limited to unlock new levels of professionalism and resilience in the -to-compost value chain.

Through targeted training, EMFED has upgraded its financial operations with the BUILT Accounting Software, refined its business management systems, and introduced modern monitoring and reporting tools.

Staff and workers have also benefited from capacity building in marketing strategy development, business administration, and related fields, ensuring that the enterprise is not only efficient but also future-ready.

These interventions have EMFED into a stronger enterprise, streamlining operations, enhancing accountability, and signalling to investors that it is capable of managing resources responsibly while scaling its business operations.

More importantly, EMFED now stands out as a competitive player in Ghana’s green SME space, attracting opportunities for investment and driving climate resilience across cocoa landscapes.

At Tropenbos Ghana, we believe that empowering green enterprises like EMFED Ltd. is the pathway to inclusive, sustainable development. By strengthening systems today, we are building the climate-smart businesses of tomorrow.

01/06/2026

Strengthening Landscape Governance: Communities Identify Gaps for Sustainable Cocoa and Forest Protection.

As part of the ongoing Supporting KOA from Cocoa Upcycling to Sustainable Bean Sourcing project, also known as the Accelerated Dynamic Agroforestry (A-DAF) Project, KOA Impact Ghana Limited and Tropenbos Ghana, with funding from Partnerships for Forests, organised a Landscape Needs Assessment Workshop to strengthen community-level Governance Structures for forest management.

The workshop convened leaders from 104 communities across the Achiase and Akrofroum landscapes, where cocoa production and forest conservation are deeply interconnected.

Lead came together to assess how governance structures function within their communities and to identify key gaps affecting sustainable forest management.

Through interactive sessions, participants highlighted several challenges, including weak coordination among community institutions, limited awareness of laws, and difficulties in enforcing local by-laws.

Many also noted that decision-making processes often exclude key stakeholders, reducing community ownership and accountability in managing natural resources.

Participants shared real-life experiences, pointing to declining cocoa yields and limited livelihood options as drivers of unsustainable practices such as encroachment into forest areas.

The workshop reinforced the understanding that cocoa production depends not only on improved farming practices but also on strong and governance systems.

Insights gathered will inform the establishment of Landscape Governance Structures, leading to Landscape Conservation Partnerships (LCPs), where communities will actively participate in forest protection, sign conservation agreements, and collaborate with institutions to manage resources more effectively.

By the end of the session, Lead Farmers had not only identified governance gaps but also contributed to shaping practical, locally driven solutions.

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01/06/2026

KOA Impact Ghana Limited and Tropenbos Ghana, with funding from Partnerships for Forests, held an inception meeting to begin the “Supporting KOA from Upcycling to Sustainable Bean Sourcing” project.

The meeting, held at the Achiase office, brought together key stakeholders and set the tone for a transformative journey toward cocoa production and forest conservation.

Organised by the lead, Koa Impact Ghana Limited, the inception meeting created space for open dialogue on the realities facing cocoa farmers.

Participants reflected on declining yields, ageing farms, and increasing pressure on forest landscapes.

The project combines sustainable bean , partnerships, improved market access, income streams, and practical systems.

It targets 20,000 smallholder farmers from 108 communities within Achiase and Akrofuom. The project will also provide training and coaching toward cocoa certification while strengthening their access to reliable markets.

In addition, it will onboard 5,000 smallholder farmers onto Conservation Partnership Platforms and pilot a 1,000-hectare Accelerated-Dynamic Agroforestry (A-DAF) system, an innovative model designed to enhance productivity and resilience.

A-DAF introduces a new way of farming, one that mirrors natural ecosystems by integrating cocoa with food crops, fruit trees, and timber species.

This approach restores soil fertility, improves biodiversity, and creates multiple income streams for farmers. For many at the meeting, this represented a shift from traditional monocropping toward a more sustainable and profitable system.

Equally significant was the focus on conservation. Through Governance Structures facilitated by Tropenbos Ghana, farmers will be supported to take part in landscape governance, receive training in forest protection, and sign conservation agreements.

This ensures that farmers are not only beneficiaries but active custodians of forest landscapes.

KOA’s evolving business model further strengthens this effort. By transitioning from cocoa pulp upcycling into sustainable bean sourcing, the company is building an integrated value chain that improves farmer incomes while ensuring consistent market access.

22/05/2026

From Awareness to Ownership: Women Securing Land in Ghana.
Land is more than a resource; it represents security, , and dignity. Through the World Bank-funded EnABLE Project, women are gaining a deeper understanding of the provisions within Ghana’s Land Act and what those rights mean for their lives and .

What once felt is now becoming achievable as more women gain the confidence to engage with land ownership and registration processes.

The training is not only increasing awareness but also strengthening empowerment. are now better equipped to secure land in their own names, make informed decisions, and actively participate in land governance within their .

This is creating pathways toward economic independence, resilience, and greater inclusion.

The stories shared in this video are a reminder that when women are equipped with knowledge and supported to claim their rights, lasting change becomes possible.

The impact goes beyond land ownership; it is about strengthening confidence, agency, and opportunity for a more inclusive future.

14/05/2026

Tropenbos Ghana Hosted Peer-to-Peer Learning Exchange!

It was a privilege for us at Tropenbos Ghana to host part of the peer-to-peer learning exchange at our nursery site.

The engagement created a practical platform for restoration champions and practitioners to share experiences on nursery establishment, seedling production, species selection, maintenance practices, and the realities of implementing restoration activities on the ground.

Beyond the technical exchanges, the visit highlighted the importance of community participation, local knowledge, and effective nursery management in driving successful restoration efforts and sustainable livelihoods.

We appreciate WRI Africa and all participants for the valuable discussions, shared lessons, and continued commitment to restoring landscapes across Africa.

14/05/2026

YOUTH LEAD ENVIRONMENTAL ACTION IN ASSIN HOMAHO.

In communities benefiting from the Ghana Project, many young people are taking active roles in protecting and restoring the environment.

In Assin Homado, the Youth Association (AHOYA) recently established an Environmental Taskforce to help protect forests and natural resources in and around the community, while also supporting the enforcement of existing community by-laws. Some members of the taskforce are currently receiving training at the Forestry Commission on forest monitoring, sustainable land use, and community engagement.

“We grew up here with our parents, learning to farm,” shared Mubarak Adam, a member of AHOYA. “Even those of us with white-collar jobs still maintain farms around our homes. Planting trees is part of who we are.”

“The forest is our lifeline,” added Issah Jabril, Taskforce Lead. “This training is helping us build the skills to protect it for the future.”

Having witnessed the effects of climate change in their communities, many young people say the project has strengthened their understanding of sustainable land use and forest restoration. With growing community involvement, youth are increasingly supporting tree planting and forest protection efforts across the community.

The Enhancing Access to Benefits while Lowering Emissions (EnABLE) Project is funded by the World Bank Group and implemented in Ghana by Solidaridad West Africa and Tropenbos Ghana.

13/05/2026

Empowering Cocoa Farmers Through Legal Literacy.

For farmers, knowledge is just as important as cultivation. Understanding land rights, resource laws, and the systems that protect both farmers and forests is essential to building a more sustainable cocoa sector.

To support this, the Deforestation-Free Cocoa project delivered a training session on Natural Resource Laws across project communities, equipping farmers with practical knowledge to strengthen their livelihoods and promote cocoa production.

Across beneficiary , the Deforestation-Free Cocoa Project recently delivered Tier One training on Natural Resource Laws, equipping farmers with the legal knowledge they need to thrive sustainably.

Farmers were sensitised on:

• Sources of law in Ghana

• Key laws and institutions established to support farmers

• Land tenure systems

• How to access land for cocoa farming

• Tree tenure arrangements

• Rights of Cocoa Farmers

The session provided clarity on tenure arrangements and farmer rights, leaving participants better informed and motivated to protect their livelihoods while contributing to a deforestation-free cocoa sector.

One farmer shared: “Before this training, I did not fully understand my rights regarding land and tree tenure. Now I feel more confident to protect my farm and make decisions that will benefit my family and community.” John Larbi Weitey, HMB Executive, Asunafo-Asutifi HIA.

This initiative reflects our commitment to empowering farmers with the tools they need to thrive sustainably and to ensuring that cocoa production in Ghana is not only profitable but also deforestation-free.

The Deforestation-Free Cocoa Project is implemented by Solidaridad West Africa, Tropenbos Ghana, Rights and Advocacy Initiative Network and TaylorCrabbe Initiative with funding from the European Union.

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