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Challenges in the management of small-scale marine fisheries conflicts in Ghana

Godfred A. A, Martin T, Alistair M, Denis W. A

Council for Scientific and Industrial Research (CSIR) Ghana, University of Cape Coast Ghana, University of Wollongong Australia.

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  • co-management,
  • small-scale fishers,
  • Law,
  • Conflict,
  • fisheries management
Target Group
  • Policy makers
Language
  • English
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This paper highlights the significance of understanding and managing conflicts within the fisheries sector.

Published on June 17, this article highlights the significance of understanding and managing conflicts within the fisheries sector such as resource competition linked to the decline in fish production due to overfishing, and a range of governance and inter-agency conflicts. It emphasizes that conflicts can lead to positive change by fostering interactive engagements and shaping the roles of institutions in managing change. The study underscores the importance of effective conflict management in fisheries for food security, livelihood protection, and long-term sustainability. It discusses the need to address conflicts through strategies based on conflict intensity, considering social, economic, and political aspects, and stresses the importance of understanding the underlying causes and impacts of conflicts for successful resolution and sustainable fisheries management.