Ghana’s Maritime sector is set for a major transformation following the National Maritime Security Committee’s (NMSC) endorsement of a proposed National Maritime Fusion Centre at its first quarterly meeting of 2026.
The centre is envisioned as the country’s nerve hub for maritime intelligence, moving beyond raw data collection to coordinated analysis that strengthens national security and supports economic growth.
Speaking at the meeting last Friday, the NMSC Chairman and Director-General of Ghana Maritime Authority, Dr Kamal-Deen Ali (Naval Capt Rtd), described the Fusion Centre as a platform that will unify the efforts of the Ghana Navy, Marine Police, Environmental Protection Agency, and other stakeholders to streamline the country’s response to maritime threats.
Dr Ali noted that by integrating these institutions, Ghana aims to sharpen its detection of maritime threats, safeguard its blue economy, and align operations with international standards such as the Yaoundé Code of Conduct.
The committee also assessed progress on Exercise Afarbo, a joint drill designed to test the new coordination protocols. The exercise underscored Ghana’s commitment to building a secure, data-driven maritime future where intelligence guides action and collaboration guarantees resilience.
Margaret Adjeley Sowah, ISD
