The Ghana Civil Aviation Authority (GCAA) has announced that the construction of an ultra-modern Air Traffic Control (ATC) tower—designed to rival the best in the world—is well underway and scheduled for completion by the end of 2026. The cutting-edge facility is expected to significantly enhance air traffic management, aligning Ghana with international aviation standards and bolstering the country’s aspirations to become a leading aviation hub in West Africa.
Speaking at the GCAA’s 39th Anniversary and Awards Ceremony in Accra, the Acting Director-General of the Authority, Reverend Steven Arthur, said the new ATC tower underscores the GCAA’s firm commitment to innovation, safety, and excellence.
“This development is a testament to our resolve to embrace new technologies and uphold the highest standards of air traffic management,” he stated. “Once completed, this tower will match any modern ATC infrastructure globally.”
Rev. Arthur further emphasized that strengthening the aviation sector will not only ensure a safer and more secure airspace but will also play a vital role in boosting Ghana’s international trade.
The 39th anniversary was celebrated under the theme, “39 Years of Ensuring Safety and Security in Ghana.” Established in 1930 as a unit within the Public Works Department, the GCAA became an autonomous entity on May 16, 1986, under PNDC Law 151. Since then, it has been responsible for advising government on aviation matters, establishing and managing airports, overseeing air traffic control, and regulating air transport services across the country.
Reflecting on the Authority’s progress, Rev. Arthur highlighted the GCAA’s unwavering commitment to the standards and recommended practices of the International Civil Aviation Organisation (ICAO)—a dedication that has earned the Authority both local and international commendations.
He stressed the importance of unity and collaboration among staff to maintain the gains made and to advance Ghana’s ambition of becoming the aviation hub of the sub-region.
“We cannot distance ourselves from the vision of His Excellency the President—to make Ghana the aviation hub of the sub-region,” he declared, reaffirming his commitment to staff welfare and inclusive growth within the organisation. “No staff will be left behind.”
Mrs. Yvonne Nana Afriyie Opare, Managing Director of Ghana Airports Company Limited, echoed the need for stronger collaboration between the two institutions to drive growth in the sector.
As Ghana positions itself as a key player in the regional aviation landscape, investments in world-class infrastructure such as the new ATC tower reaffirm the country’s strategic focus—not only on safer skies but on unlocking new opportunities in global trade and economic development.
