The Ministry of Fisheries and Aquaculture has announced that fishermen caught using illegal nets will face legal action. These nets are too small and catch young fish before they can grow.
The ministry stated that some fishing communities are breaking the law. They are using nets with mesh sizes as small as 5mm. This is much smaller than the size that is legally allowed.
Using these small nets catches juvenile and young adult fish. This prevents them from growing and reproducing, which is bad for the future of fish in Ghanaian waters.
The Ministry is committed to protecting the country's fisheries. They believe these actions are necessary to ensure the sustainability of fish stocks.
Fishermen are urged to follow the regulations regarding net mesh sizes. This is important for the health of the ocean and the fishing industry.