Blekusu Sea Defence Project Phase II commences.
After years of delays and devastation, the long-anticipated Phase II of the Blekusu Sea Defence Project has officially commenced, bringing renewed optimism to thousands of residents along Ghana’s eastern coastline
Damian Owusu 
After years of delays and devastation, the long-anticipated Phase II of the Blekusu Sea Defence Project has officially commenced, bringing renewed optimism to thousands of residents along Ghana’s eastern coastline. The project aims to shield vulnerable communities from the perennial onslaught of tidal waves that have displaced families and eroded livelihoods.
The GH¢370 million initiative, awarded to Amandi Holdings Ltd, will cover an 8-kilometre coastal stretch encompassing Agavedzi, Salakope, and Amutinu in the Ketu South Municipality. It follows the first phase completed in 2015 under President John Dramani Mahama’s administration, which protected 4.1 kilometres of coastline.
Construction activities—such as excavation, grading, and the laying of boulders—are already underway, with machinery stationed at Havedzi (Azizadzi). The new phase also promises community development through the construction of:
A modern fish market and cold storage facility
Fish drying and smoking platforms
A lorry station, car park, and public washrooms
A designated waste collection and management system
President Mahama, a central figure in championing the continuation of the project, is expected to formally cut the sod for the works later this month. His directive earlier this year to the Ministry of Finance helped unlock funding for this critical intervention.
Volta Regional Minister James Gunu noted that the project’s start reflects the government’s renewed dedication to coastal resilience. “This marks a new chapter for our coastal communities. These are not just structures—they are lifelines,” he said.
Residents welcomed the development with a mix of relief and cautious optimism, having endured repeated setbacks. With the four-year project timeline set through 2029, local leaders are urging continuous oversight and community participation to ensure timely delivery and sustainability.
As climate change accelerates sea erosion globally, the Blekusu project stands as a key test of Ghana’s commitment to environmental protection and infrastructural integrity.
