The RNP Foundation has launched a major environmental sustainability and youth development campaign in Keta Central, aimed at supporting community development and addressing the growing impacts of climate change.
The two-day event, held on Saturday, April 4, and Sunday April 5 2026, saw the foundation commission and hand over series of items to the community.
A mechanised water storage tank to residents of Tamekloe-Borme in the Keta Central community to help alleviate longstanding water supply challenges residents face.
As part of efforts to promote cultural preservation and youth empowerment, the foundation also donated a set of “Akpese” drums to the youth of the community to encourage traditional entertainment, unity and talent development.
The ceremony, which brought together traditional authorities, local government representatives, education stakeholders and community members, marked the foundation’s first major community intervention since its establishment.
Speaking at the event, Chief Executive Officer of the RNP Foundation, Richard Norkplim Pomeyie, said the initiative reflects the foundation’s commitment to delivering practical, community-driven solutions to environmental and social challenges.
He described the interventions as a symbol of “hope, resilience and a shared vision for a better future,” noting that the projects were designed to provide immediate relief while creating sustainable long-term benefits for the community.
The foundation also launched its flagship environmental initiative, “Operation One Million Trees,” which seeks to restore degraded ecosystems and strengthen environmental resilience across Ghana.
Under the first phase of the campaign, the foundation plans to plant 50,000 trees, beginning from Keta and extending to surrounding communities, including Anloga.
About 500 seedlings, including coconut, acacia, royal palm and fruit-bearing trees such as orange, were distributed to schools, churches and community groups to promote active participation and community ownership of the initiative.
Programme Coordinator of the RNP Foundation, Ing. Raymond Setsoafia Avevor, said the campaign would be rolled out in phases nationwide, with the long-term objective of planting one million trees across Ghana.
The initiative is being supported by the Forestry Commission, which contributed seedlings towards the tree planting exercise.
The ceremony was attended by dignitaries including Mama Ewui Amegashie II of Keta, Mr Gabriel Dzikunu, Assembly Member for Keta Central, the Reverend Minister of Keta A.M.E Zion Church, representatives of Torgbi James Ocloo V, Dufia of Keta, the Keta Municipal Chief Executive, Wisdom Bondieu Seade, and Unit Committee members.
On Sunday, April 5, 2026, the foundation extended its youth development support to education by donating a set of brass band musical instruments to Keta A.M.E Zion Basic School.
Mr Pomeyie explained that the donation was aimed at promoting learning through music, drama and entertainment while helping students discover and nurture their talents.
President of the Keta Youth Association, Benard Worlali Awumee, in his vote of thanks, commended the RNP Foundation for selecting Keta Central for the intervention and assured that the community would ensure the proper use and sustainability of the facilities and resources provided.
“We are overwhelmed by these tremendous initiatives. We pledge to put them to good use for the benefit of the entire community,” he said.
The RNP Foundation reaffirmed its commitment to engaging communities, promoting climate change awareness and building partnerships to advance environmental protection, youth empowerment and sustainable development across Ghana.
