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flag Ghana closes five historic coastal forts for safety repairs, sparking tourism concerns.

flag Ghana has temporarily closed five historic coastal forts—including James Fort and Ussher Fort—starting December 18, 2025, for essential maintenance and safety repairs, the Ghana Museums and Monuments Board said. flag The closures, ongoing until further notice, aim to preserve the UNESCO-listed sites amid structural damage from coastal weather. flag The move has drawn criticism for coinciding with a peak tourist season, impacting local tourism and livelihoods. flag The GMMB apologized for the inconvenience and emphasized the necessity of the work for long-term preservation.

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