On 30th October, the 4th Ghana Philanthropy Awards brought together leading figures from government, business, media, and civil society to celebrate changemakers advancing humanitarian service and social impact across Ghana.

This year’s event was a celebration of compassion, innovation, and the transformative spirit of giving. The Awards recognised individuals and organisations whose work continues to shape communities, uplift lives, and drive Ghana’s progress toward achieving the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs).

For IMPLEMENTERS, it was a night of pride and gratitude. We were honoured to receive the award for Best Practice in SDG-Aligned Grassroots Development & Philanthropy, a recognition of our consistent efforts to advance sustainable development and empower communities through education, technology, and innovation.

Adding to the celebration, our Chief Executive Officer, Mr. Kafui Prebbie, received the award for Outstanding Impact in ICT4D (ICT for Development). This honour highlights his visionary leadership in leveraging technology to drive social transformation, bridge learning gaps, and expand opportunities for young people across Africa.

Our close partner, the Helping Africa Foundation, was also recognised for their transformative contributions. Through a long-standing partnership with IMPLEMENTERS, the Foundation has been instrumental in the success of the Yamoransa Model Labs Program Africa, a groundbreaking initiative that has established STEAM and ICT Labs in underserved communities across Ghana, Liberia, and The Gambia. The Helping Africa Foundation received the Transformative Leadership in Philanthropy for Health, Education & Social Welfare in Africa award, underscoring its pivotal role in improving access to education and digital inclusion.

These recognitions reaffirm our shared mission and are a reminder of why we do what we do. We are deeply grateful for this honour. Together with our partners, we remain committed to pushing boundaries, creating opportunities, and building a more equitable, empowered, and sustainable future for all.

We are proud to announce the EduVision Africa Conference 2025, a multistakeholder event dedicated to transforming education and shaping the future of learning and work across Ghana and the African continent.

Set to take place on 27th November 2025 at the GIMPA Executive Conference Center in Accra, the EduVision Africa Conference will bring together government institutions, private sector leaders, academia, civil society organizations, development partners, and youth networks to discuss the urgent question of how Africa’s education systems can build the skills and opportunities needed for the future.

Ghana’s education sector stands at a pivotal moment. While access has expanded significantly through initiatives such as Free Senior High School, questions remain about the quality of learning and whether young people are gaining the skills required for the 21st-century economy. Across Africa, more than 60% of the population is under 25, an incredible opportunity, but also a challenge if educational systems fail to prepare youth for a rapidly digitalizing and transforming world of work.

Recognizing this, the EduVision Africa Conference will explore how to integrate 21st-century skills into Ghana’s education system, strengthen links between learning and employability, and foster collaboration between government, private industry, and development actors.

Under the theme “Building Skills, Access, and Opportunities for Ghana’s Future,” this year’s conference will highlight innovative strategies, policy ideas, and partnerships aimed at bridging the access-quality gap in education. The conference will feature keynote presentations, high-level panels, and deep-dive sessions that will elevate youth voices, ensuring that students and young professionals actively contribute to shaping the future of education and work in Ghana and beyond. As the inaugural edition, the EduVision Africa Conference 2025 marks the beginning of an annual dialogue on education transformation in Africa.

Stakeholders interested in attending, sponsoring, or partnering for the event are encouraged to contact the communications team via email at communications@theimplementers.org for more information.

Plastics and textiles are among the most common pollutants in Ghana, choking our drainage systems, littering our streets, and overwhelming our coastlines. Many of Ghana’s once-pristine beaches have become dumping grounds, with plastics, textiles, and other waste polluting the environment, harming marine life, threatening livelihoods, and contributing to the worsening climate situation in Ghana.

It was against this backdrop that IMPLEMENTERS, in partnership with Mayekoo, Miniplast, and a coalition of committed organisations, rallied together on 20th September 2025 for World Cleanup Day with a major beach cleanup exercise at Laboma Beach.

The exercise, which aligns with the IMP’s Climate Forward Summit, brought together hundreds of volunteers, activists, and community members who turned up to make a difference. From young people eager to take climate action, to participants from partner organisations, the exercise was fuelled by our shared goal to make Laboma Beach clean again. With lively music keeping spirits high, teams from Let’s Do It! Ghana, Zoomlion, the Rotary Club of Accra, Ghana Recycling Initiative of Private Enterprises, Ahaban, the High Commission of India, El-Sayus Company Limited, Jibu, Fafali, Ecozoil, UNIMAC, Beacon Heart Foundation, Laboma Beach Resort, the National Sports Authority, Rugby League Federation Ghana, Verna Mineral Water, Women for Sustainability Afrika, Ocean Tribe, and Future Stars Charity all joined hands with IMPLEMENTERS and Mayekoo to tackle waste head-on.

Armed with gloves, rakes, and determination, we cleared plastics, fabric, wood, and other waste strewn across the beach. With the combined effort of participants and the use of the Beach Rake, a total of eight full loads of debris, each weighing approximately 4,500 lbs, were hauled away, totalling over 16 metric tons of waste removed in a single day. More than just numbers, this achievement not only restored beauty to the coastline but also demonstrated the power of collective action in tackling Ghana’s pollution challenge.

To reinforce this effort and ensure sustainable waste management beyond the day, IMPLEMENTERS, together with Miniplast, donated five waste bins to be distributed across local communities. These bins will serve as a constant reminder and a practical tool to encourage proper waste disposal, prevent future pollution, and inspire everyday climate action.

This initiative showcases the extraordinary power of partnerships and community action in tackling one of Ghana’s most urgent environmental challenges. For us at IMPLEMENTERS, this exercise is a reflection of our unwavering commitment to building a climate-resilient Ghana by turning awareness into action and uniting diverse stakeholders.

Across Africa, young people are driving solutions to some of the continent’s biggest environmental challenges. Recognising this, IMPLEMENTERS joined partners of the Young Green Entrepreneurs (YGE) Programme, led by the Strategic Youth Network for Development (SYND), to co-organise the African Youth Conference on 12th September 2025 at the La Palm Royal Beach Hotel in Accra.

The conference was held against the backdrop of a growing concern that many young people in Africa remain unemployed despite the continent’s immense potential. The African Youth Conference seeks to change this reality by promoting innovative, inclusive, and sustainable pathways for young people to lead in green entrepreneurship, climate action, and natural resource governance.

The conference, themed “Building the Green Economy: Entrepreneurial Pathways for African Youth in a Just Transition,” provided a platform for young innovators, policymakers, and development partners to discuss how Africa’s youth can lead the green economy through innovation, entrepreneurship, and collaboration.

The event featured a high-level fireside chat, keynote addresses from partners, and an expert panel discussion, which drew an engaged audience of young entrepreneurs, investors, policymakers, and sustainability advocates.

Speaking on behalf of IMPLEMENTERS, Daniel Ntiamoah Danquah, Senior Partnerships Associate, emphasised the organisation’s ongoing commitment to empowering youth through innovation and partnerships. He highlighted IMPLEMENTERS’ role as a key enabler within the YGE ecosystem, noting how collaboration between development partners, private sector players, and youth-led initiatives is vital to building resilient, green economies.

The African Youth Conference amplified the conversation around youth-led green entrepreneurship and the power of partnerships to drive sustainable change. For IMPLEMENTERS, participation in this event reaffirmed our mission of empowering individuals and communities through initiatives that support innovation, inclusivity, and sustainable development.

The serene ambiance of the Marriott Hotel Accra was transformed into a hub of visionary dialogue and strategic networking as IMPLEMENTERS hosted the maiden edition of the Impact Leaders Breakfast on Tuesday, August 12, 2025. The event convened a diverse mix of business executives, policymakers, social entrepreneurs, and thought leaders, all united by a shared commitment to advancing sustainable development and inclusive growth in Ghana and across the continent.

Held under the theme “Leading with Impact: The Next Chapter of Innovation and Sustainability”, the summit provided a platform for bold conversations on the future of leadership and impact. Discussions explored the intersection of innovation, sustainability, and impact investing, with participants reflecting on how to unlock local capital, scale social enterprises, and build resilient ecosystems that balance both profit and purpose. The summit featured insightful contributions from speakers, including Eldad Nutakor, Lead Consultant at Oxegene, and Anita Wiafe, Managing Director of OML Africa, who shared practical strategies for scaling impact-driven enterprises, underscoring the role of collaboration and innovation in driving sustainable growth.

The occasion also marked a milestone celebration for Mr. Kafui Prebbie, CEO of IMPLEMENTERS. The gathering honoured his legacy as a purpose-driven leader and his unwavering dedication to using business as a force for good. In his reflections, he offered practical strategies for nurturing human potential in evolving organisational landscapes, while encouraging leaders to align vision with values in order to achieve meaningful impact.

A highlight of the event was the launch of the Impact Scholarship Fund, an initiative designed to support and empower promising young Ghanaians from underserved communities. The fund seeks to provide access to quality education, mentorship, and career pathways, equipping beneficiaries with the skills and opportunities needed to thrive. Its launch was met with overwhelming support, as attendees contributed both financially and in kind, a clear testament to the collective will to invest in Ghana’s next generation of leaders.

The success of this inaugural edition was made possible through the unwavering support of our valued partners, including the Dr. Elsie Effah Kaufmann Foundation and Dext Technologies, whose contributions were crucial in bringing the vision to life.

The Impact Leaders Breakfast created a space for meaningful connections, knowledge exchange, and renewed commitment to purpose-driven leadership. For us at IMPLEMENTERS, this event is the beginning of a movement that will inspire leaders, empower communities, and shape sustainable solutions for years to come.

Climate change is affecting millions of lives across Ghana and the African continent, threatening communities, livelihoods, and entire ecosystems. While there are many ongoing conversations about how to address the crisis, these discussions often happen in silos, with key players missing from the table.

To bridge this gap, IMPLEMENTERS hosted the first edition of the Climate Forward Summit (CFS) on July 31 2025, at the GIMPA Executive Conference Centre in Accra, Ghana. The summit was designed to bring together all climate stakeholders and align their efforts, ideas, and strategies for stronger and more unified climate action. This first-of-its-kind gathering welcomed participants from government, agriculture, energy, extractives, academia, and civil society, including representatives from the Ministry of State in Charge of Climate Change and Sustainability, the Ministry of Energy and Green Transition, and several leading climate organisations from across Ghana.

Under the theme “Foundations of Climate Action: Aligning Vision, Sector, and Strategy,” the summit emphasised the urgent need for collaboration and coordinated climate governance, calling on government agencies, businesses, non-profits, researchers, local communities, and individuals to work hand-in-hand to build a climate-resilient future.

In his welcome remarks, Kafui Prebbie, CEO of IMPLEMENTERS, highlighted the urgency of the climate crisis and encouraged all institutions present to turn shared ideas into real action. These sentiments were echoed by Rajiv Pradhan, Country Director of Swiss Contact, as well as representatives from various government ministries in their goodwill messages. Cedric Dzelu, who represented the Ministry of State in Charge of Climate Change and Sustainability, also shared progress Ghana has made, including the launch of the Biennial Transparency Report, which is a key step in demonstrating the country’s accountability under the Paris Agreement.

The Climate Forward Summit featured engaging presentations that shed light on Ghana’s national climate strategy and the role of corporate social responsibility in driving long-term climate solutions. These sessions were led by Cedric Dzelu and Laurin Assiamah-Yeboah, Head of Portfolio and Operations at IMPLEMENTERS, who spoke on how the government and the private sector can work together to address the climate emergency.

Interactive forum sessions were a major highlight of the day. One of the standout discussions on “Strengthening Agriculture for Climate Resilience: Navigating Extractive Pressures” brought together experts like Kofi Kisiedu Acquaye from YPARD Africa, Richard Okoe, President of the National Beekeepers Association, Angelina Tutuah Mensah, UNFCCC Co-Chair, and Olivia Kipo from CAMFED. Moderated by broadcast journalist Victoria Beeko Danso, the session explored how the extractive industries impact agriculture and how both sectors can adapt and thrive in a changing climate.

Another engaging session on “How the Extractives Sector Can Be a Catalyst for Change” was led by Hilda Asiedu of CDKN and featured speakers like Emmanuel Baidoo from AngloGold Ashanti and Dr. Charles Ofori from ACEP. They discussed the need for mining and energy companies to reimagine their operations through a climate resilience lens.

The final panel on “Bridging Sectors for Climate Action: Co-creating Solutions Between Extractives and Agriculture” brought together Samuel Bekoe from the Center for Extractives Development in Africa, Ing. Marina Agortimevor from Africa Just Transition Network, and Kweku Afari from WACAM. Moderated by Betty Dufie Owusu of ACEP, the discussion focused on how the extractive and agriculture sectors can work together more intentionally to support climate-smart outcomes.

The summit also celebrated organisations making real strides in climate action. AngloGold Ashanti received the Climate Leadership Recognition for integrating climate risk into its business strategy. Twellium Industrial Company Ltd was honoured with the Climate Forward Ally Recognition for its support of local climate resilience initiatives. CAMFED received the Innovative Climate Solution Recognition for its Agriculture Guide Programme, which promotes climate-smart, women-led farming solutions across rural Ghana.The Climate Forward Summit 2025 concluded with a commitment to keep the momentum going and with an exciting announcement: CFS 2026 is on the horizon and promises to be even more impactful, inclusive and action-oriented.

In collaboration with Swisscontact Ghana, IMPLEMENTERS organized another eventful stakeholder engagement on the Implementers Strategic Sector Research (ISSR) on Climate change. In attendance were key stakeholders coming from diverse industries such as academia, communications, renewable energy, research, governance, and women and youth-led organizations. The purpose of this gathering was to foster dialogue, share knowledge, and align collective efforts toward accelerating climate action in Ghana.

The session was held in 3 parts:

1. Participants shared knowledge on the subject from the industries they represented.
2. Participants took a survey on key issues in climate.
3. Discussions of survey results and development of workable solutions.

The objectives of the session were centered on: Mapping key stakeholders and initiatives in Ghana’s climate change sector, Identifying sectoral gaps, needs, and emerging opportunities, Understanding funder priorities and climate finance trends, and Exploring data access strategies, innovation potential, and collaboration pathways.

Participants were engaged in a survey aimed at gathering their views on climate risks, funding, innovation, and collaboration. Responses were prompt and structured discussions to uncover root causes of climate vulnerabilities and co-identify opportunities for solutions and impact. The thematic areas underlined were:

• Sectoral Vulnerability and Opportunity
• Climate Financing
• Technology, Innovation, and Data Availability
• Partnerships and Collaborations
• Funding Trends

The discussions were both insightful and solutions-driven, with participants sharing innovative strategies for building climate-resilient systems and reducing environmental harm at local and national levels.

A key highlight of the session was a clear enthusiasm and mutual commitment among stakeholders to create an ecosystem that supports long-term, inclusive climate action. Participants embodied and emphasised collaboration as a cornerstone for progress, reinforcing that no single actor can address the climate crisis alone.

We extend our sincere appreciation to Maxwell Beganim, the lead consultant, for expertly facilitating the session, and to Rajiv Pradhan, Country Director of Swisscontact Ghana, for generously hosting us.

As we reflect on the progress made through such engagements, we look forward to continuing the momentum at our upcoming Climate Forward Summit, scheduled for next Thursday. We invite all interested participants to register and be part of Ghana’s growing climate action movement.

We are positive about the future of climate change in Ghana and, together with all stakeholders and partners,  move forward in ensuring a more sustainable future.

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The Climate Forward Summit is an annual, high-level, multi-sectoral convening that brings together changemakers, policy actors, private sector leaders, development partners, youth, and community innovators to advance meaningful climate resilience, green growth, and sustainable development across Ghana and the West African sub-region.

Positioned as a neutral and action-oriented platform, the summit creates space for collective reflection, policy alignment, and the co-creation of solutions that address the complex and interconnected challenges of the climate crisis. It promotes a systems-thinking approach that connects sectors such as agriculture, extractives, energy, infrastructure, water, education, and finance, while amplifying the voices of those most affected, including rural communities, women, and youth.

Through a combination of keynote forums, technical breakouts, and multi-stakeholder dialogues, the summit catalyzes partnerships, showcases best practices, and fosters investment in sustainable and climate-smart practices across value chains.

Whether you’re a government institution refining policy frameworks, a business seeking low-carbon innovation, a development partner funding green transformation, or a community actor building resilience on the ground, the Climate Forward Summit offers a dynamic and inclusive space to engage, collaborate, and lead. This year’s summit is the inaugural edition, setting the foundation for what will become West Africa’s most influential climate convening.

Event Theme

Under the theme:
“Foundations of Climate Action: Aligning Vision, Sector, and Strategy”
This year’s theme emphasises the urgent need for coordinated climate governance and collective leadership to build resilient systems and accelerate Ghana’s green transition.

Date: Thursday, 31st July 2025
Time: 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Venue: GIMPA Executive Conference Centre, Accra – Ghana

Summit Objectives

• Catalyze Cross-Sector Climate Action: Bring together diverse sectors (energy, agriculture, extractives, etc.) to collaborate on climate solutions, ensuring strategic alignment with national resilience and green growth goals.
• Accelerate Green Economic Transformation: Spur transformational outcomes by mobilizing commitments and investments in renewable energy, sustainable agriculture, and low-carbon infrastructure, thereby driving Ghana’s green economy forward.
• Empower Communities and Youth: Elevate community voices, indigenous knowledge, youth leadership, and gender-inclusive initiatives in the climate dialogue, ensuring that grassroots perspectives shape the agenda and lead to tangible, on-the-ground resilience projects.
• Forge Lasting Partnerships: Facilitate new partnerships and knowledge exchange between government, industry, academia, and civil society – creating a network that continues to collaborate beyond the event to implement policies and projects arising from summit discussions.

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Why Attend

Important Information for Registration

Registration for the Climate Forward Summit 2025 is now open to individuals, institutions, and organizations interested in contributing to climate action in Ghana and West Africa. Early registration is highly encouraged, as spaces are limited. Special arrangements are available for organizations, groups, and those with accessibility needs. Registration covers access to all summit sessions, exhibitions, breakout activities, and refreshments on the day.

Partnership Opportunities

The Climate Forward Summit presents a unique opportunity for brands, development partners, and corporate institutions to align with Ghana’s climate transition agenda. The partnership helps amplify your commitment to sustainability while offering visibility to a high-level audience of decision-makers, civil society leaders, and private sector stakeholders.

We offer various tiers of partnership, including Platinum, Gold, Silver, and Bronze Supporter levels, each with unique benefits. In-kind partnerships are also welcome. All sponsors will be featured in the summit communications, website, and event materials.

Want to know more about the event? Our team is ready to help you with any additional questions. Contact us via email, communications@theimplementers.org

The climate crisis is no longer a distant threat; its effects are felt daily. From erratic rainfall and prolonged droughts to reduced crop yields and environmental degradation, the need for collective and practical action has never been more urgent.

It is against this backdrop that on Friday, June 20, 2025, leading food and beverage company Twellium Industries, in partnership with project management non-profit IMPLEMENTERS (IMP), joined forces to support the national agenda of greening Ghana through the ‘Green With Twellium’ tree planting initiative. The exercise took place across two communities, Kwashiekuman and Doblo Gonno, both located in Adjen Kotoku.

The day’s activities unfolded in three major parts, beginning at Kwashiekuman M/A Basic School, where the team from Twellium, led by Daniel Anyoriga, Communications Manager, and the IMPLEMENTERS team, led by Blessing Okam, Communications & Engagement Manager, were joined by a representative from the Forestry Commission.

Together, they hosted an engaging session with students, discussing the importance of trees in preserving the environment, improving air quality, and creating a greener, cooler, and more sustainable learning environment. Students were also educated on the various species of trees being planted, including soursop, guava, neem, and cashew, and the role each species plays in building a greener and more resilient ecosystem.

To reinforce the educational impact, learning materials were distributed, followed by a generous donation of beverages to the school. With the full participation of school leadership and students, the team successfully distributed and planted over 50 trees within the school compound.

The team then proceeded to Doblo Gonno M/A Basic School, where a similar outreach was held. Following the sensitisation session, another 80+ trees were distributed and planted on the school grounds with support from the staff and students.

To expand the campaign’s reach beyond schools, Twellium staff also received nearly 600 saplings, which were distributed for individual planting in homes and communities, further contributing to the broader Greening Ghana initiative.

The “Green With Twellium” initiative was overwhelmingly successful, not just in numbers, but in spirit. It exemplifies the power of partnerships in addressing environmental challenges and aligns strongly with IMPLEMENTERS’ organisational commitment to climate action and community-led development.

This campaign also serves as a build-up to IMPLEMENTERS’ upcoming event, the Climate Forward Summit, which aims to convene stakeholders across sectors to align vision, strategy, and solutions toward a resilient and climate-smart Ghana.