The Nurture Nature Foundation (NNF) is calling on corporate bodies, NGOs, and socially responsible organisations to support its long-term campaign to tackle plastic pollution along Ghana’s coastline.
The foundation has been working in Jamestown, Accra, where plastic waste has become a major threat to fishing livelihoods, public health, and the cultural heritage of the area. Community clean-up exercises led by NNF have cleared large volumes of waste from the Jamestown Beach and the Korle Lagoon shoreline.
According to Executive Director Peter Asiedu, the foundation has built trust with local leaders, fisherfolk, and youth groups, but lacks the sustainable support needed to expand and maintain its efforts.
“Occasional clean-ups are not enough. We need committed partners who will provide the financial and logistical support to make this work long-term,” he said.
NNF is seeking backing for three key areas: incentives to encourage community participation, equipment and logistics for safe clean-ups, and specialised support for marine waste excavation and disposal.
The foundation noted that partners would benefit from brand exposure, CSR and ESG alignment, media recognition, and opportunities to co-brand activities. It has also proposed partnership models such as “adopt a beach”, equipment sponsorship, and community incentive schemes.
Jamestown has been chosen as the starting point due to its critical pollution levels and its symbolic role in Ghana’s coastal heritage. NNF hopes success there will provide a model for other communities, including Chorkor, Kolegonor, Shaiabu, Ada, and Tema.
NNF said it is ready to continue its grassroots mobilisation but needs long-term partnerships to sustain results. “A clean ocean campaign succeeds only when it belongs to the people, and when it is supported consistently,” Mr. Asiedu added.