The devastating effects of rising sea levels, coastal erosion, and dwindling fish stocks in Kedzi, a coastal town in the Keta Municipal Assembly of the Volta Region has become an issue of great concern for climate change and sustainability.
It is in this light that Green Growth Africa (GGA) is making strides in strengthening the resilience of Ghana's coastal communities against climate change through its Coastal Resilience and Sustainable Livelihood Initiative (CRESLI).
The initiative which was launched in October 2024, seeks to address the effects of climate change in Kedzi.
A key component of the project has been the restoration of mangroves, which serve as a natural buffer against coastal erosion, support biodiversity, and help mitigate climate change. "All over the world, mangroves are disappearing, yet they are one of the most effective natural solutions to coastal protection," said Allan Amoako-Gyedu, Director of Strategy for Green Growth Africa. "Through this initiative, we are restoring these vital ecosystems and ensuring that communities understand their importance in tackling climate change," he told journalists.
