Ghana’s Deputy Chief Executive Officer of the Forestry Commission, Elikem Kotoko, announced a paradigm shift in how the nation views its forests, urging stakeholders to treat them as strategic investment assets capable of attracting capital, creating jobs, and driving economic growth, rather than solely conservation areas. This significant pronouncement was made at the Ghana-UK Business Summit held in London.
Global Investor Sentiment Towards Natural Capital
Kotoko highlighted a global trend where investors are increasingly recognizing forests and landscapes as valuable natural capital. These assets are seen as capable of delivering not only financial returns but also tangible environmental and social benefits. This evolving investor mindset presents a significant opportunity for countries like Ghana.
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