Projects in Ghana

The Tafi Monkey, Ghana

Community empowerment and wildlife conservation – the Tafi monkey sanctuary, Ghana

Integrated Community Biodiversity Conservation, Training & Awareness to Protect Safe Habitats for Chimpanzees & Monkeys of Togo Plateau Range (ICBCTA), Ghana

The project’s primary aim is to improve the environment, livelihood and health of communities’ surrounding the (Togo Plateau Tropical Ranges) zone of Ghana through the conservation and sustainable use of natural resources including medicinal plants. The global environment objective is to identify, monitor and conserve key components of the biodiversity of the (Togo Plateau Tropical Ranges) zone.

Cultivation and Conservation Education on Some Endangered Medicinal Plants Used for the Treatment of Malaria and Wounds in Ghana

The aim of this project is to support the conservation of endangered medicinal plants in Ghana used for the treatment of malaria and wounds through the cultivation of the plants and promotion of conservation awareness about these plants among Ghanaian university students.

Conservation of Two Critically Endangered Frog Species in the Forest Zone of South Western Ghana

The project aims at conserving two Critically Endangered frogs through habitat restoration efforts and involvement of local communities in conservation planning and management.

Conservation of the Togo Slippery Frog (Conraua Derooi) in the Togo-Volta Hills

This project aims at saving the Critically Endangered Togo slippery frog (Conraua derooi) from a possible extinction.

Mitigating Biodiversity Extinctions in Ghana: The Case of Hyperolius Bobirensis

This project is aimed at giving a fighting chance of survival to the endemic and endangered Bobiri reed frog (Hyperolius bobirensis) through research and action.

Community Mangrove Regeneration and Sustainable Utilisation of Wetland Resources at Tekpekope in the Songor Ramsar Site, Ghana

This project aims to undertake community conservation and restoration of degraded wetlands ecosystem through mangrove planting, alternative livelihood programs / poverty reduction, education/training and efficient resource utilisation.

Participatory Assessment of Crop-Raiding by Wildlife in the Afadjato-Agumatsa Conservation Area to Conserve Nature

This project will attempt to mitigate crop-destruction by wildlife in farms near the Afadjato-Agumatsa Community Nature Reserve. It is hoped that this will increase local participation in nature conservation and help prevent farmer-forest manager conflicts in the area.

Using Local Strategies for Addressing Crop-Raiding by Wildlife in the Afadjato-Agumatsa Conservation Area

To educate, train local farmers and demonstrate the use of chilli pepper, animal droppings as well as varying crops as deterrents of crop-raiding wildlife.

Conserving the Straw-Coloured Fruit Bat, Eidolon Helvum (Megachiroptera: Pteropodidae) and its Habitats through Networking of Conservation Volunteers in Ghana

This project seeks to reduce threats to the straw-coloured fruit bat by mapping active roosting sites and establishing a pilot network of local conservation volunteer groups in Ghana.

Assessment of Chimpanzees and Other Endangered Primates Populations and Enhancement of High Conservation Values in Sui Forest Reserve, Ghana

The project aims to contribute to the conservation and long-term survival of chimpanzees and other primate populations in the Upper Guinea forest zone.

Conservation Education for Commercial Drivers: A Pilot Project in Ghana

The aim of the project is to increase conservation awareness among long-distance commercial drivers in Ghana in order to improve environmentally responsible behaviour.

Conservation of the Critically Endangered Conraua Derooi in Ghana

This project aims at conserving a Critically Endangered frog (Conraua derooi) from an imminent extinction threat due to human consumption and habitat destruction in a West African forest.

Sustainable Wetland Management: Participatory Approach

The project aims to contribute to the knowledge on the status of Barekese water catchment area and identify existing strategies, opportunities, and constraints for sustainable management of the area through participatory approach.

The Cultivation and Growth of Priority Medicinal Plants, Ghana

This project seeks to set up a 50 acre model garden within the Aburi Botanic Gardens, Ghana, which will be used as a reference point to encourage local people and schools to set up their own medicinal plant and herb gardens.

Conservation of the Ghanaian Endemic Frog Species, Arthroleptis Krokosua, Ghana

The overall goal of this project is to contribute to the management and long-term survival of Arthroleptis krokosua by curbing habitat destruction within the species ranges.

Sustainable Use of Birds in Ghana

This project looks at various aspects of human use of birds in West Africa, whether for food, live trade or medicinal purposes.

Study of Genetic and Morphological Divergence in some African Rain Forest Birds from the Upper Guinea (Ghana) and Lower Guinea (Cameroon): Implications for Evolutionary Conservation

This project aims to assess the taxonomic status of avian species that are found on both sides of the Dahomey Gap in West Africa. Isolated populations on either side of the gap may be deeply divergent genetically over several million of years, and likely represent distinct species worthy of conservation.

Beyond Protective Status, What Next? Current Knowledge on Talbotiella Gentii, an Endemic Species in Ghana

The aim of this project is to document current status of Talbotiella gentii, including threats and local level of awareness and also to embark on an outreach programme.

Distribution and Habitat use of the Roloway Guenon in Ghana

The aim of this study is to determine the status and habitat use pattern of the Roloway money in Ghana. The Roloway is a rare, tree-based monkey that is at risk through habitat loss and hunting.

Mangrove Restoration/Tree Planting for Biodiversity Conservation and Sustainable Management of Wetland Resources at Adzato Community in the Keta Lagoon Complex Ramsar Site, Ghana

This project aims to create awareness of the importance of mangrove resources among the communities and to restore degraded coastal mangrove forest along the Ele and Tetu creeks, near Adzato and its surrounding communities.

Densu Delta Ecosystem Conservation: A Grassroots Participation Approach Involving Fringe Communities, Ghana

This project assesses the diversity and abundance of birds of the Densu Delta Ramsar site, Ghana and its fringe communities to obtain baseline data for future studies and management.

Conservation Awareness Campaign for Communities Around the Agumatsa Wildlife Sanctuary in the Hohoe District of Ghana

To offer education and raise awareness in the settler communities living around the Agumatsa Wildlife Sanctuary on the importance of sustainable utilisation natural resources and to integrate a conservation mindset into communities’ daily activities.

Conservation Awareness Campaign for Communities around the Agumatsa Wildlife Sanctuary in the Hohoe District of Ghana

The second phase of the project is aimed at consolidating the gains of the previous year and continues to offer education and awareness through the already trained theatre group. During this second year the communities will be sensitized on the District Assemblies by-laws that govern protected sites in the district. Additionally 20 women, 20 youth and 20 children will be selected and trained as conservation educators to educate their communities thereby creating a multiplier effect.

Sustainable Community Conservation of Borassus Aethiopum in the Transitional Zone of Ghana

This project will significantly contribute to reverse the current trend of Borassus aethiopum decline and also provide the basic information needed for the development of conservation guidelines for the use of Borassus aethiopum.