Kumasi: The University of Education, Winneba Co-operative Credit Union (UEWCCU) has embarked on a tree-planting exercise at the Kumasi campus of the Akenten Appiah-Menkah University of Skills Training and Entrepreneurial Development (AAMUSTED), as part of its Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) efforts.

According to Ghana News Agency, the exercise was led by Mr. Isaac Nii Amatey, Branch Manager of the UEWCCU at AAMUSTED, and involved the planting of fruit-bearing and shade trees, including coconut, mango, and orange seedlings. The initiative extended to the nearby Anglican Basic School, reflecting the Union's commitment to environmental conservation and community engagement. This effort aligns with the Government of Ghana's 'Tree for Life' initiative, which aims to plant 30 million trees by 2025 to restore degraded land and combat climate change.

Mr. Amatey expressed satisfaction with the Union's role in supporting the government's green initiative and enhancing AAMUSTED's natural landscape. He highlighted the focus on planting fruit-bearing seedlings for the nutritional benefit of AAMUSTED students and assured collaboration with university authorities to nurture the seedlings to maturity. As an initial step, UEWCCU will sponsor protective fencing around the seedlings to prevent animal damage.

Mr. Michael Kofi Twum-Ampomah, Acting Director of Public Affairs at AAMUSTED, received the donation and expressed appreciation for the Credit Union's gesture. He praised UEWCCU's commitment to environmental sustainability and noted that this initiative builds on previous support to the University, including donations to the AAMUSTED Clinic and Mynd FM. Mr. Twum-Ampomah emphasized the strong relationship between AAMUSTED and UEWCCU, which provides essential financial services to university staff.