Ghana is turning to aquaculture as the next frontier of economic growth, with industry leaders, investors, and policymakers set to gather for Aquaculture Ghana 2025, a two-day forum aimed at driving innovation, inclusive growth, and job creation in the sector.
The two-day conference, exhibition, and festival scheduled for October 30–31, 2025 in Accra is expected to shape the future of Ghana’s fish farming industry as it will pool local and international stakeholders to explore strategies to scale up Ghana’s fish farming industry.
Organised by the Chamber of Aquaculture Ghana, in partnership with the Blue Food Partnership and Food Innovation Hubs, and under the auspices of the Government of Ghana, the event aims to position aquaculture as a key pillar in Ghana’s green and inclusive economic transition.
The platform will not only showcase innovation but also map out practical pathways for aquaculture to become a cornerstone of food security and employment.
Ghana consumes over one million metric tons of fish annually but produces less than half of that, forcing the country to spend an estimated $200 million on imports each year. With marine fish stocks under strain, aquaculture is increasingly seen as a sustainable alternative that could reduce the import burden while creating jobs for thousands of young people.
Economic Significance
Ghana’s aquaculture industry, though relatively young compared to traditional fishing, is now viewed as a solution to the country’s rising fish import bill, which exceeds $200 million annually. Officials argue that with better investment, aquaculture could provide reliable jobs for young people, especially in rural communities, while supporting the government’s broader food security and industrialisation agenda.
Industry players have long cited challenges such as high feed costs, limited financing options, and weak cold-chain infrastructure. Organisers say the conference will spotlight technology-driven solutions to these barriers, including improved hatchery systems, feed innovations, and climate-smart practices.
Youth Employment and Inclusion
For businesses and communities, the stakes are high. The forum is expected to showcase models where aquaculture creates jobs along the value chain — from fish farming to processing, logistics, packaging, and exports.
Experts suggest that if scaled properly, aquaculture could rival cocoa as a major employer in Ghana. The conference, exhibition and festival undoubtedly go beyond just fish. It is about livelihoods, skills, and building resilient local economies.
Investor Opportunities
Aquaculture Ghana 2025 is also expected to attract investors exploring opportunities in processing facilities, cold storage, exports to ECOWAS markets, and input supply chains. The government has identified aquaculture as a priority area under its agricultural transformation agenda, opening space for public-private partnerships.
Organiser are confident that by close of the event, stakeholders will produce an action plan focused on innovation, inclusion, and job creation.
For ordinary Ghanaians, the impact could be tangible: more affordable fish on the dinner table, steady jobs for youth, and a stronger economy.
