{"id":88737,"date":"2025-08-08T08:35:34","date_gmt":"2025-08-08T08:35:34","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/sotnews.agency\/?p=88737"},"modified":"2025-08-08T08:35:34","modified_gmt":"2025-08-08T08:35:34","slug":"ggfs-2025-urban-places-green-spaces-to-light-up-ghana-from-sept-20-28th","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/sotnews.agency\/?p=88737","title":{"rendered":"GGFS 2025: \u2018Urban places, green spaces\u2019 to light up Ghana from Sept. 20\u201328th"},"content":{"rendered":"<div class='booster-block booster-read-block'>\n                <div class=\"twp-read-time\">\n                \t<i class=\"booster-icon twp-clock\"><\/i> <span>Read Time:<\/span>2 Minute, 31 Second                <\/div>\n\n            <\/div><div>\n<p>Strategic Communications Africa Ltd. (Stratcomm Africa) is delighted to announce the 13th edition of the Ghana Garden and Flower Show (GGFS), taking place from September 20\u201328th at the Efua Sutherland Children\u2019s Park, Accra.<\/p>\n<p>This year\u2019s Show, themed \u201cUrban Places, Green Spaces\u201d, shines a spotlight on the urgent need to reimagine Ghana\u2019s urban environments as vibrant ecosystems of sustainability, wellness, and opportunity. <\/p>\n<p>As cities face growing climate pressures, the theme underscores the role of green infrastructure in creating healthier and more resilient urban spaces.<\/p>\n<p>The inspiration for this year\u2019s direction builds on powerful insights shared by Charles Abani, United Nations Resident Coordinator in Ghana and keynote speaker at GGFS 2024, who emphasised the importance of embedding sustainability into urban planning policies. <\/p>\n<p>His message resounded with the Ghana Garden and Flower Movement (GGFM) and has helped shape this year\u2019s vision: a Ghana where concrete jungles give way to green sanctuaries that nourish both people and the planet.<\/p>\n<p>Over nine dynamic days, GGFS 2025 will gather local and international exhibitors, floriculture and horticulture industry leaders, real estate developers, entrepreneurs, families, students, and policy makers for an immersive experience blending innovation, inspiration, and education. <\/p>\n<p>From cutting-edge green technologies to creative landscaping and sustainable urban solutions, the Show offers a comprehensive showcase of how greening Ghana\u2019s cities can drive environmental and economic transformation.<\/p>\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">What to Expect at GGFS 2025<\/h3>\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Daily Exhibitions of floriculture, horticulture, and eco-friendly innovations<\/li>\n<li>Green to Riches Conference\u00a0 exploring green entrepreneurship and policy (with a focus on the youth)<\/li>\n<li>Masterclasses &#038; Demonstrations for practical learning and skill-building<\/li>\n<li>Children\u2019s activities under the Little Green Fingers programme<\/li>\n<li>Evening events include Music Night, Drama Night, and the Fashion in Bloom Show<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>Speaking on the importance of the event, Ms. Esther A. N. Cobbah, CEO of Stratcomm Africa and Convener of the Ghana Garden and Flower Movement, said:<\/p>\n<p>\u201cIn the face of global challenges with Climate Change, the transformation of our urban environment is not optional \u2013 it is an urgent necessity. <\/p>\n<p>\u201cThis Show is not just an event: it remains a Movement. One that recognises green spaces as essential to how we live, work and thrive. We must be intentional about reclaiming our cities for both people and plants.\u201d<\/p>\n<p>She added, \u201cWe invite individuals, organisations, development partners, corporate bodies, and educational institutions to be part of GGFS 2025, as exhibitors, sponsors, partners, or visitors. <\/p>\n<p>\u201cLet us work together to turn our cities into thriving centres of health, innovation, beauty and shared prosperity.\u201d<\/p>\n<p>Stratcomm Africa calls on government agencies, civil society, academic institutions, and the private sector to join this transformative event and contribute to building a greener, cleaner, healthier, wealthier, and more resilient Ghana.<\/p>\n<p>For partnership, exhibition, or sponsorship inquiries, contact the Stratcomm Africa team via Email: info@gardenandflowergh.com or visit the official Ghana Garden and Flower Show website at https:\/\/gardenandflowergh.com\/.<\/p>\n<p>GGFS 2025 promises to be a bold, inspiring convergence of nature, enterprise, 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