Fishermen in Jamestown, Greater Accra Region, are urging for their inclusion in the operations of the soon-to-be-commissioned fishing harbour, despite previous government assurances of their involvement.
The $60 million project, which is nearing completion at 99%, is poised to impact the town’s fishing industry significantly.
However, the artisanal fishermen fear they may be sidelined, based on current developments.
Nii Armah Wulu II, the Chief Fisherman of Jamestown, stressed the importance of preserving and protecting their traditional roles within this new infrastructure. Speaking with Citi Business News, he called for clear guarantees to ensure their livelihoods are safeguarded as the harbour becomes operational.
“The fisherfolk here are many and fishing is the source of our livelihood but with regards to the harbour, we don’t know our fate because if you go into the premises the Chinese inscription is so much on the walls which is an indication that the project will not be given to us.”
“There has to be some form of engagement because there are agitations amongst us,” he added
