Fishermen in Jamestown are expressing serious concerns about their role in the soon-to-be-commissioned fishing harbour, fearing they may be excluded from its operations despite earlier assurances from the government.
The $60 million harbour project, now 99 per cent complete, is set to revolutionize the fishing industry in the area. However, the artisanal fishermen are worried that their traditional roles might be overlooked in this new development.
Nii Armah Wulu II, the Chief Fisherman of Jamestown, highlighted the need for clear guarantees to protect their livelihoods in an interview with Citi Business News. “Fishing is our primary source of income, and many of us depend on it. But when it comes to the harbour, we are uncertain about our future. The abundance of Chinese inscriptions on the premises suggests that we may not be prioritized,” he said.
He also called for more engagement between the authorities and the fishermen, noting growing unease within the community. “There needs to be some form of engagement because there are agitations among us,” he added.
