Stakeholders in Ghana’s marine and coastal sectors are urging the government to incorporate clear constitutional provisions that ensure the protection and sustainable use of the country’s marine resources. They emphasize that as Ghana seeks to unlock the full potential of the blue economy—focused on the responsible use, conservation, and restoration of ocean resources—constitutional backing is essential for achieving long-term impact.
During an Ocean Governance expert meeting on constitutional review held in Accra on May 9, Professor Francis Kofi Ewusie, Head of the Department of Marine and Fisheries Sciences at the University of Ghana, called on the Constitution Review Committee to ensure that the revised constitution supports the conservation of both marine and freshwater ecosystems while promoting sustainable economic growth.
“We want to elevate ocean issues, which are international global issues, to the constitutional level so that they become more mandatory and respected,” Professor Ewusie stated. “We also seek to redefine the ocean’s scope to include its interconnected water bodies and aquatic life.”
He further highlighted the need to address coastal challenges such as flooding and erosion that impact local communities.
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