16/08/2026
Day Two of the Korea–Ghana Climate Change and Cultural Heritage Workshop moved from classroom discussions to practical field activities at Ussher Fort and James Fort, where participants began applying the principles and techniques introduced during the training.
The field teams conducted aerial drone operations to capture imagery and spatial information of the heritage sites, while other team members used handheld controllers and tablets to monitor the drone, review live imagery and support the recording of field observations.
The teams also undertook on-site inspections, walking along the fortifications and surrounding areas to observe and document the condition of the historic structures and their immediate environment.
These activities provided participants with practical experience in heritage documentation, field inspection, spatial data collection and climate-related condition assessment—important components of developing a systematic approach to monitoring the impacts of climate change on Ghana’s coastal heritage.
The field exercises at Ussher Fort and James Fort mark an important step in strengthening the capacity of GMMB staff and project partners to document, assess and monitor the condition of Ghana’s historic forts and castles.
