Land Restoration and Reforestation
The Sub250 Regeneration Project is a land reclamation, reforestation and sustainability project in Ghana West Africa, that aims to restore previously arable areas that have been affected by human activities such as illegal mining of gold, clay and sand and unsustainable timber felling for wood and charcoal production.
The Project
Through this land reclamation and reforestation project in partnership with Chiefs, local government, farmers and local communities, we are restoring, replenishing and replanting land around vital water sources in Ghana’s Eastern Region.
Why Is This Project Needed?
The Kwahu district in the Eastern Region of Ghana, West Africa, is one of the areas that have been affected by the practices of illegal gold mining , known as 'Galamsey' as well as the illegal mining of both sand and clay. As a result, vast areas of land are now rendered dysfunctional, with disrupted ecosystems, making it harder for people to grow enough food locally to eat and sell. Other serious consequences of illegal mining are the polluting and redirecting of waterways.
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Already Achieved
We are building on our initial project in the Kwahu district where we worked with The Chief of the affected lands, The Obomeng Hene, Nana Effah Opinamang III, local miners, community groups and farmers to reclaim an initial 20 hectares of distressed land and plant 30,000 trees. We continue to move forward with the Sub250 Ghana project of Land Reclamation, Restoration and Reintegration.
We are now also working with other Chiefs in the district and have gained the assistance of The Forestry Research Institute, the EPA and as always, the local communities, to reclaim more distressed lands, return ecosystems to a pre-mined state and assist in the reforestation crusade by planting even more trees for our future generations.
Our Goals
Our primary goal remains to assist in the reclamation and revitalizing of distressed lands, the introduction and continued practices of Eco-friendly and sustainable farming practices and ago-forestry methods that help to protect the land being farmed, as well as the environment.
We are currently working towards the planting of 250,000 trees, specifically chosen for their ability to help restore the ruined ecosystems as well as helping in the continued global reforestation and carbon sequestration fight.
Help To Make A Difference
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Land Reclamation
Reclamation is the last stage in mining activities after the exploration and exploitation stages. Reclamation refers to activities to improve post-mined land conditions so that they can function again as originally intended, or according to other productive and sustainable uses that are planned. The reclamation stage includes land structuring and re-vegetation processes. Attention to the ecosystem restoration and reforestation stages, as well as the ongoing management of land post-reclamation, are essential to the overall success of any land reclamation that occurs on previously surface-mined environments.
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Ecosystem Restoration
Surface mining in Ghana poses many major challenges to the environment. When you consider the large amount of people engaged in the industry, the combined effect of their activities on the environment cannot be underestimated. Land degradation and destruction of land due to surface mining, results in significant disruption and displacement to established ecosystems. This has a devastating effect on soil biodiversity, leading to increased soil temperature, loss and depletion of soil nutrients, erosion, changes in topography and hydrology. This destruction of ecosystems with its unique habitats, fauna and flora renders the land less productive or in many cases unproductive and dangerous to both man and animals.
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Community Inclusion
The initiative will have a favorable influence on nearby communities by generating employment opportunities and investments to combat poverty. The majority of individuals in rural areas in the project region earn their living through farming. While some of their income comes from small-scale cottage industries, the majority are smallholders with a monthly income ranging from $45 to $80. By restoring degraded land and enhancing soil health, the project will improve the living standards of these communities and alleviate poverty through investment and job creation. This will also help protect the local environment.
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Reforestation
Our goal is to revitalize and put back into productive use 500 hectares of degraded agricultural lands in the Kwahu District of Eastern Region in Ghana. In collaboration with like-minded individuals and organizations, we aim to mitigate river erosion, enhance soil fertility, and promote sustainable land management practices to preserve the region's natural resources in the long run. Additionally, we will provide long-term support to local communities by imparting them with the necessary knowledge and skills for sustainable land management and protection techniques. Besides reclaiming distressed lands and planting trees, our efforts will contribute to the overall betterment of the community's livelihoods.
