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Gov't to build fish landing site in Anloga

October 23, 2016 12:05 PM

The president made the commitment when he addressed the chiefs and people of Anloga as part of his campaign tour of the region.

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President John Mahama says his administration is committed to building a fish landing site in Anloga in the Volta Region.

He said: "Government is committed to constructing and completing the fish landing site under the two programmes. The World Bank programme and the China Development Bank programme . Under the the World Bank programme, the first phase of the landing site is to be constructed here in Anloga."

President Mahama also hinted of strictly enforcing laws governing the fisheries sector.

The president noted that the sector contributes significantly to the economy.

As such, the president announced that fishermen will be supported with MASLOC loans to improve their activities.

Outlining government interventions in the sector under his watch, the president noted that 1,6000 outboard motors of various capacities have been distributed at subsidised prices to fishermen across the country to facilitate their fishing expedition.

In addition, he said smoking accessories and aluminium pans have also been distributed to fish processors and traders to facilitate their activities.

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