DIRECTOR: Dr. George vanDyck

AIM/EXPECTED OUTCOME: WP1 seeks to decode GPHA's hybrid port governance (HPG) approach for the governance of Tema Port. The evolution of port governance models has increased the port authority's autonomy and responsibility, allowing it to play a larger role outside of the port including a collaborative governance role within a port cluster. The Port Authority, the private sector, and the community all play a role in this function, communicating and cooperating to accomplish a common aim of competitiveness. WP1 investigates evidence of employment and/or occupational segregation, and the extent of these inequalities in the activities of the Tema port cluster, and how they influence port governance.

HOW (METHODOLOGY): The study will adopt mixed methods by collecting both quantitative and qualitative data. An extensive literature review will be conducted as well. The quantitative data will be obtained using structured questionnaires. Qualitative data will be sampled by doing non-structured discussions, semi-structured and structured focus group discussions, and one-on-one interviews with key individuals. This is to achieve an in-depth knowledge about governance dynamics, operations, organisation, and functioning of the port cluster, as well as the perceptions and attitude towards norms and gender roles.