(Accra, Ghana – April 10, 2025) – Dr. Emmanuel K. Urey Yarkpawolo, Executive Director of the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) of Liberia, along with Project Liaison Officer Mr. Desmond Tiklo Thompson, is currently attending a two-day regional workshop in Accra, Ghana.

The workshop aims to enhance the oversight of environmental projects funded by the Global Environment Facility (GEF).

Running from April 10–11, 2025, the event convenes Operational Focal Points (OFPs) from across West Africa. Hosted at the La Palm Royal Beach Hotel, it is organized by the Tropical Biology Association in collaboration with GEF, the Ghana GEF OFP Office, and Everything Sciences Consultancy.

This workshop is part of the GEF-8 Country Engagement Strategy, designed to strengthen the capacity of OFPs in overseeing GEF-funded initiatives. Sessions will cover essential topics such as project planning, monitoring, evaluation, and effective utilization of oversight funds.

On the first day, participants were addressed by representatives from GEF, the Tropical Biology Association, and various environmental experts. Discussions focused on best practices for effective oversight, challenges faced by OFPs, and strategies for enhancing project outcomes.

The second day will feature a tour of Ghana’s e-waste recycling sites under the Africa Environmental Health and Pollution Management Program (AEHPMP), a regional initiative aimed at mitigating health risks associated with hazardous chemicals and e-waste.