The Ministry of Fisheries and Aquaculture has held its Mid-Year Media Engagement on the theme, “Resetting Ghana’s Fisheries Sector for Sustainability, Jobs and Blue Economy Growth.”
The engagement, held on 22nd July 2026 at Cleaver Hotel, provided a platform for the Ministry to account for its programmes, reforms, achievements, and ongoing efforts aimed at transforming Ghana’s fisheries and aquaculture sector through the media to the general public.
Addressing the media, the Minister of Fisheries and Aquaculture, Hon. Emelia Arthur, stated that the engagement was fundamentally about accountability, emphasising that Ghana’s fisheries resources belong to the people of Ghana and that the Government has a responsibility to manage them sustainably for the benefit of current and future generations.
She highlighted key achievements of the Ministry since February 2025, including the passage of the Fisheries and Aquaculture Act, 2025 (Act 1146), the establishment of Ghana’s first Marine Protected Area at Cape Three Points, strengthened measures to combat illegal fishing, and reforms in premix fuel distribution.
Hon. Emelia Arthur noted that although challenges remain within the sector, the Government’s reset agenda is focused on building a productive, resilient, and sustainable fisheries sector that creates jobs, supports food security, protects marine resources, and contributes significantly to national economic growth through the Blue Economy.
The engagement also provided an opportunity for journalists to interact with the Minister and seek clarification on key developments within the sector. The discussions underscored the critical role of the media in promoting transparency, accountability, and public awareness on issues affecting Ghana’s fisheries and aquaculture industry.
The Minister reaffirmed the Ministry’s commitment to working with stakeholders, including the media, fisherfolk, industry players, and development partners, to implement reforms that safeguard Ghana’s fisheries resources while promoting sustainable livelihoods and ensuring the long-term development of the sector.
