Bawku West District Assembly

03/09/2026

09/07/2026

ONE MAN. TWO GUINNESS WORLD RECORDS. ONE MISSION: RESTORE OUR PLANET. 🌍

💁 Some people plant a tree.
💁 Antoine Moses planted history—twice.

🟢 On 17 July 2021, the Canadian tree planter set a Guinness World Record by planting 23,060 forest trees in just 24 hours near La Crete, Alberta, Canada.

Most people would have been satisfied with one world record.
But Antoine wasn't finished.

🟢 On 30 April 2026, he traveled to Mombasa, Kenya, where he achieved an even greater milestone—planting an astonishing 47,460 mangrove trees in 24 hours, earning his second Guinness World Record.

💁 Together, these two achievements represent more than 🌳 70,000 trees and 🌱mangroves planted across two continents. 👉But the real legacy isn't the numbers—it's the message.

🔴 Antoine has said his goal is to show how much impact one person can make on the planet's health.

🔵 Forests help absorb carbon, provide homes for wildlife, protect water resources, and support communities. Mangrove forests are equally remarkable, shielding coastlines from storms, storing vast amounts of carbon, and serving as vital nurseries for marine life.

🟡 His story reminds us that changing the world doesn't always begin with a grand gesture. Sometimes, it starts with planting a single tree—and inspiring others to do the same.

🌱 If one person can inspire the world by planting trees, imagine what millions of us can achieve together.

Sources: 📚 Guinness World Records (2021 & 2026)

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06/06/2026

DCE FOR BAWKU WEST DISTRICT, HON. JAMES AYAMWEGO JOINS BAWKU FOREST DISTRICT FOR 2026 TREE FOR LIFE INITIATIVE (T4L) CEREMONIAL TREE PLANTING EXERCISE

The District Chief Executive for Bawku West District, Hon. James Ayamwego, together with the management and staff of the Bawku Forest District, on 5th June, 2026 observed the 2026 Tree for Life Ceremonial Tree Planting Exercise at Zebilla Senior High School.

The theme for this year's T4L is "Forest and Economics". The theme seeks to celebrates how forests drive global and local economic prosperity, providing sustainable jobs, materials, and crucial ecosystem services.

A target of 30 million tree seedlings is to be planted nationwide and Bawku Forest District has a target of 80,000 seedlings to be planted within six (6) political Districts of the Kusaug Traditional Area.

The DCE, who was the special guest of honour, delivered a brief address that focused on the theme, the targets and importance of the tree planting, its benefits to human life and environmental protection. He lauded the government for the initiative.

Speaking to the theme, he stated that "Forests are not merely collections of trees; they are valuable natural assets that support agriculture, provide livelihoods, protect water bodies, conserve biodiversity, regulate our climate and contribute significantly to national income and community well-being"

He urged all participants and stakeholders to take active part in the planting of trees in the district as it is a shared responsibility of every citizen to do to safeguard our environment.

08/05/2026

14/04/2026

The Upper East Regional Minister, Hon.Akamugri Donatus Atanga, at the request of Bawku West District Chief Executive, Hon. James Ayamwego conducted a visit to Kusanaba Senior High School on Monday to assess its facilities. This visit allowed the Minister to witness the school's infrastructural issues firsthand.

Among these challenges was the adaptation of a classroom block into the Headmaster's office due to significant damage from a rainstorm to the original office.

Additionally, portions of other buildings are being used as temporary classrooms. The Minister also evaluated a makeshift bathroom for female students that had been built by their male peers. It was highlighted that the school lacks adequate toilet facilities, compelling students to resort to open defecation in nearby bushes.

Furthermore, the Minister learned about a failed kidnapping attempt at the girls' dormitory, which school officials attributed to the lack of a perimeter fence, leaving the campus vulnerable.

After the tour, the Minister spoke to the students and assured them that he would bring the school's difficulties to the attention of the Minister for Education for prompt action. He encouraged the students and staff to maintain their faith in President John Mahama's administration, expressing hope that the issues would be resolved.

He also urged the students to prepare thoroughly for their forthcoming WASSCE examinations.