The awards will be presented to fishermen who have demonstrated exceptional sustainability practices, such as reducing bycatch and protecting marine habitats.

The Impact of the Responsible Fishing Awards

The introduction of the responsible fishing awards is a significant step towards promoting sustainable fishing practices in Ghana. The awards aim to encourage fishermen to adopt environmentally friendly methods, reducing the negative impact of fishing on the marine ecosystem.

Ghana’s small-scale fishers recognized for sustainable practices and improved livelihoods.

The Feed the Future Ghana Fisheries Recovery Activity

The Feed the Future Ghana Fisheries Recovery Activity is a USAID-supported initiative aimed at improving the livelihoods of small-scale fishers in Ghana. The activity focuses on promoting sustainable fishing practices, enhancing the quality of fish products, and increasing the income of fishers.

Key Objectives

Selection Criteria

The recipients of the awards were selected based on their compliance with fishing regulations, sustainable fishing methods, hygienic fish handling and processing techniques, among others.

USAID works with partners around the world to address the root causes of poverty and inequality, and to build resilience in communities affected by conflict, climate change, and other global challenges.

The Mission of USAID

USAID’s mission is to eradicate extreme global poverty and promote sustainable development.