Ghana Fishing Statistics

This page offers detailed and up-to-date statistics on the fisheries sector in Ghana, focusing on both artisanal and industrial fisheries. The data provides a comprehensive overview of the total catch efforts in Ghana, broken down by year for each sector.

Explore trends in artisanal fisheries, which represent the backbone of local fishing communities, as well as industrial fisheries, which play a key role in the country’s economic development. This resource aims to support informed decision-making, enhance sustainable fisheries management, and promote transparency within the industry.

Whether you’re a policymaker, researcher, or industry professional, these statistics are vital for understanding the dynamics of Ghana’s fisheries and their contribution to the economy and the environment.

Total Industrial Fishing Catch Efforts in Ghana Per Year

Catch Years Country Annual Catch InTons annual_value_in_thousands_of_usd
2021 Ghana 133.251.600,00 5.646.232.855,00
2020 Ghana 661.927.140,00 165.593.030.000,00
2019 Ghana 36.594.610,00 9.364.738.000,00
2018 Ghana 33.993.895,00 8.495.964.832,00

Total Artisanal Fishing Catch Efforts in Ghana Per Year

Catch Years Country number_of_fishing_days Annual Catch In Tons annual_value_in_thousands_of_cfa
2022 Ghana 10.419.942 14.645.880,00 101.589.100,00
2021 Ghana 56.139.802 20.025.880,00 113.068.500,00
2018 Ghana 20.019.143 15.719.310,00 57.110.000,00
2017 Ghana 28.888.433 17.336.090,00 65.177.200,00