Access Bank (Ghana) PLC has joined the national effort to promote environmental conservation by participating in a nationwide tree planting exercise commemorating the Cedi @ 60 celebration, led by the Bank of Ghana. The activity, held on Thursday, November 20, 2025, saw staff from all Access Bank branches plant trees in the communities they serve.
The initiative was undertaken in honour of Ghana’s national currency, the Cedi.
Key members of Access Bank’s management, including Managing Director Pearl Nkrumah, Executive Director for Wholesale Banking James Bruce, Chief Operating Officer Ugochi Okoro, Head of Corporate Communications Edward Nelson-Addy, and the Bank’s Sustainability Champions, planted commemorative ornamental trees at the Bank’s Head Office in Osu and across its operational communities.
The exercise underscores Access Bank’s commitment to sustainability and environmental stewardship as an integral part of its business strategy.
Speaking on the initiative, Managing Director Pearl Nkrumah said:
“We are delighted to support the Bank of Ghana as the nation celebrates 60 years of the Ghanaian Cedi. At Access Bank, our purpose goes far beyond banking. It extends to nurturing the wellbeing of our communities and safeguarding the environment we all share. The future of our people and the resilience of our climate are shaped by the commitments we make today. Through our collective action, we are helping to grow a greener, stronger, and more sustainable Ghana for generations to come.”
Ahead of the national tree planting day, Access Bank also participated in a week-long Cedi @ 60 celebration, highlighting the evolution and significance of the currency in Ghana’s development journey.
Access Bank Ghana, a subsidiary of Access Bank Plc, one of Africa’s leading financial institutions, operates from 56 business locations across Ghana and maintains a presence in 23 countries, including the UAE, UK, Hong Kong, and France, along with three representative offices in China, India, and Lebanon.
The Bank actively invests in initiatives promoting environmental conservation, community development, and social well-being, focusing on sectors such as environment, health, education, and enterprise, impacting lives both now and in the future.
Access Bank Ghana has been recognized for its outstanding sustainability practices through numerous awards, including:
- Ghana’s Best Bank in Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) – 2024 Euromoney Banking Awards for Excellence
- Project of the Year, Environment – Sustainability & Social Investment (SSI) Awards 2023
- Most Innovative Bank for Community Engagement – International Finance Awards 2024
Over the years, the Bank has cultivated a deep understanding of its customers, delivering excellent services and empowering them through financial education and inclusion.
