MIIF launches 50-hectare forest restoration project in Sekyere Krobo

The Minerals Income Investment Fund (MIIF) has officially launched a five-year project to restore 50 hectares of degraded forest land within the Subri River Forest Reserve at Sekyere Krobo. This initiative is being implemented in partnership with the Forestry Commission and is supported by Zijin Golden Ridge Ghana. The project marks a significant step in the fund's commitment to balancing the economic gains from mining with environmental preservation.

As a core component of MIIF’s Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) Biodiversity Reforestation Project, the initiative aims to promote ecological sustainability and restore biodiversity in Ghana’s mining regions. By targeting areas affected by land degradation, the fund seeks to mitigate the environmental footprint associated with mineral extraction and ensure that mining enclaves can support diverse ecosystems once again.

MIIF Chief Executive Officer Justina Nelson emphasized that the project's long-term success will depend on rigorous monitoring and the collective commitment of all stakeholders. She noted that while the fund provides the investment, the Forestry Commission will play a vital role by offering the technical expertise necessary for professional forest management. The project also prioritizes local community participation to foster a sense of ownership and ensure the sustainable management of the restored land.

This restoration effort reflects a broader strategy by MIIF to integrate ESG principles into its investment framework. Beyond financial returns, the fund is increasingly focusing on the socio-environmental impact of its activities. The 50-hectare pilot at Sekyere Krobo is expected to serve as a model for future reforestation efforts across other mining-impacted regions in Ghana, contributing to the country's national climate goals and forest conservation targets.