Fishermen reject offshore gold exploration at Dixcove
FISHERMEN at Dixcove in the Ahanta West Municipality of the Western Region have kicked against plans by GoldCoast Resource Corporation to explore for gold offshore, saying the development could threaten their livelihoods and the marine environment. According to the fishermen, the ocean is their traditional source of food and income and, therefore, decisions on its … The post Fishermen reject…
FISHERMEN in the Ahanta West Municipality of Ghana's Western Region have voiced opposition to GoldCoast Resource Corporation's proposed offshore gold exploration at Dixcove. They argue that the venture could jeopardize their means of sustenance and the marine ecosystem. The fishermen maintain that the ocean, which serves as their traditional food and income source, requires community involvement in decision-making processes regarding its use.
This stance was expressed during a stakeholder engagement held by Friends of the Nation (FON) in Dixcove on Tuesday. The aim of the meeting was to foster the protection of Ghana's oceans, safeguard the rights of fishermen, and ensure the sustainability of coastal livelihoods.
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