The District Chief Executive for Bawku West District, Hon. James Ayamwego, together with the management and staff of the Bawku Forest District, on 5th June, 2026 observed the 2026 Tree for Life Ceremonial Tree Planting Exercise at Zebilla Senior High School.

The theme for this year’s T4L is “Forest and Economics”. The theme seeks to celebrates how forests drive global and local economic prosperity, providing sustainable jobs, materials, and crucial ecosystem services.

A target of 30 million tree seedlings is to be planted nationwide and Bawku Forest District has a target of 80,000 seedlings to be planted within six (6) political Districts of the Kusaug Traditional Area.

The DCE, who was the special guest of honour, delivered a brief address that focused on the theme, the targets and importance of the tree planting, its benefits to human life and environmental protection. He lauded the government for the initiative.

Speaking to the theme, he stated that “Forests are not merely collections of trees; they are valuable natural assets that support agriculture, provide livelihoods, protect water bodies, conserve biodiversity, regulate our climate and contribute significantly to national income and community well-being”

He urged all participants and stakeholders to take active part in the planting of trees in the district as it is a shared responsibility of every citizen to do to safeguard our environment.