Fruit Tree Planting In Dambai

Our team has launched a groundbreaking initiative to restore Dambai’s environment by planting fruit trees across 4,212 households, directly impacting over 43,576 people. This marks the first step in transforming the Oti Regional capital into Ghana’s Fruit Capital and addressing food insecurity in the community.

FRUIT TREE PLANTING IN DAMBAI

THE IMPORTANCE OF FRUIT TREE PLANTING

Dambai’s once lush green cover was lost due to the creation of the Volta Lake, deforestation, and population growth. This environmental decline has resulted in food shortages, soil erosion, and climate stress. Fruit tree planting provides food, income, biodiversity, and shade—restoring what has been lost.

"Planting fruit trees is not just an environmental act—it’s about food security, livelihoods, and dignity for the people of Dambai."
— Asise Kepu Foundation (AKF)

OUR APPROACH

• Distribute fruit tree seedlings (mango, guava, avocado, orange, lemon, coconut, cashew, soursop).

• Engage households in tree planting to build ownership and sustainability.

• Provide protective fencing to safeguard seedlings against livestock and children.

• Train community members in watering, pruning, and tree care.

Impact and Results

• Improved food availability and nutrition for thousands of residents.

• Extra income through fruit sales at the Dambai Market.

• Greener schools, churches, and community spaces.

• Shade and biodiversity restoration in the region.

Challenges and Solutions

Challenge: Seedling damage by livestock and children.
Solution: Installation of protective galvanized mesh fencing.

Challenge: Drought and unpredictable rainfall.
Solution: Households encouraged to water and maintain trees year-round.