{
  "id": 225348,
  "title": "Ghana Navy boosts boat-handling capabilities through EU SWAIMS partnership",
  "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/08/06/ghana-navy-boosts-boat-handling-capabilities-through-eu-swaims",
  "topic": "world",
  "section": "World",
  "published": "2026-08-06T14:37:25.000Z",
  "source": {
    "name": "MyJoyOnline Ghana",
    "slug": "myjoyonline-ghana",
    "url": "https://www.myjoyonline.com/ghana-navy-boosts-boat-handling-capabilities-through-eu-swaims-partnership/"
  },
  "original_language": "en",
  "account": "The Ghana Navy has bolstered the skills of its personnel in boat operations and maritime responses through a specialized training programme, supported by the European Union's Support to West Africa Integrated Maritime Security (EU SWAIMS) initiative. This programme, executed under the Portuguese Navy's guidance, was part of a broader strategy to bolster maritime security and enhance operational readiness within the Ghana Navy. The significance of the development was highlighted when Commodore Antonio Neves Rodrigues, the General Coordinator of the EU SWAIMS Programme, paid a visit to the Naval Training Command (NAVTRAC) Headquarters in the Volta Region. The visit predated the closing ceremony of the Ghana Navy Boat Operators Training Course, offering officials a chance to evaluate the training's advancement and discuss potential enhancements in maritime security training and capacity building.\n\nCommodore Rodrigues underscored the critical importance of enhancing the capabilities of maritime security agencies to tackle emerging threats in the Gulf of Guinea. He praised the Ghana Navy for its dedication to professional growth and the efficient execution of the programme, highlighting the pivotal role that international collaborations play in bolstering regional maritime safety and security. Rodrigues reiterated the European Union's pledge to back projects that foster operational preparedness, regional collaboration, and the establishment of secure maritime environments.\n\nCommodore James Adongo Agambire, the Flag Officer Commanding NAVTRAC, expressed gratitude to the European Union, EU SWAIMS Programme, and the Portuguese Navy for their contributions toward fortifying Ghana's maritime training capabilities. He highlighted the programme's substantial impact on enhancing the competence of Ghana Navy personnel and augmenting the Command's capacity to deliver specialized training. Agambire assured that NAVTRAC would strive to convert the skills gained through these partnerships into heightened operational effectiveness in safeguarding Ghana’s maritime domain.\n\nThe EU SWAIMS Programme's overarching goal is to assist West African nations in improving maritime security cooperation, reinforcing institutional capacities, and addressing issues such as illegal maritime activities. The conclusion of the engagement was marked by an exchange of souvenirs and a reaffirmed pledge by both parties to maintain cooperation aimed at ensuring maritime stability and security in the Gulf of Guinea.",
  "summary": "The Ghana Navy has enhanced the capabilities of its personnel in boat operations and maritime response through a specialised training programme, funded by the European Union Support to West Africa Integrated Maritime Security (EU SWAIMS) Programme.",
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  "disclaimer": "Summaries, key points and the editor’s take are written by software from other outlets’ reporting and may contain errors — always check the linked original."
}