The government has launched Ghana’s first-ever Marine Protected Area (MPA), the Cape Three Points Marine Protected Area, covering approximately 700 square kilometres.
The announcement was made by the Minister for Lands and Natural Resources and Acting Minister for Environment, Science and Technology, Emmanuel Armah-Kofi Buah, who described the initiative as a major step toward protecting the country’s marine resources.
He warned that Ghana’s coastal and marine ecosystems are under increasing threat from overfishing, pollution, habitat destruction, illegal mining, and climate change. He cited the degradation of key areas such as the Keta Lagoon, Ada, Sakumono, Densu Delta, and Muni Pomadze as evidence of the growing environmental challenges.
According to the Minister, the new protected area is aimed not only at conservation but also at securing livelihoods, strengthening resilience, and empowering coastal communities.
The initiative builds on the West Africa Coastal Areas (WACA) Programme, which has already supported thousands of households in reducing the impact of coastal erosion and flooding.
Mr. Buah called for strong collaboration among government agencies, researchers, civil society, and development partners to ensure the project’s success, adding that it should serve as a model for sustainable marine conservation.
He reaffirmed the government’s commitment to protecting Ghana’s oceans while promoting a balance between environmental sustainability and economic development.
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