President John Mahama has appointed Rev. Stephen Wilfred Arthur, a distinguished aviation expert, as the acting Director-General of the Ghana Civil Aviation Authority (GCAA).
With over 30 years of experience in air transport, economic regulation, business development, and strategic planning, Rev. Arthur brings a wealth of knowledge and a clear vision for the future of Ghana’s aviation sector.
In his new role, Rev. Arthur is committed to driving the government’s agenda for sustained growth in aviation, prioritizing safety, security, and operational excellence. He aims to enhance Ghana’s global aviation standing by fostering innovation, improving infrastructure, and ensuring international compliance.
Rev. Arthur’s leadership will focus on creating a competitive and secure aviation environment in line with Ghana’s long-term economic objectives.
Having served with the GCAA for nearly three decades, Rev. Arthur has held various leadership positions. Most recently, he was the Director of Economic Regulation and Business Development from January 2019 to March 2025, where he led initiatives in policy formulation, regulatory compliance, and budget management.
Earlier in his career, he served as Manager of Business Development and Statistics, conducting economic audits of airlines and contributing to regulatory frameworks. He has also worked in Corporate Planning and Finance, where he played a key role in financial reporting and investment analysis.
Rev. Arthur is an active participant in global aviation policy discussions and has represented Ghana at numerous International Civil Aviation Organization (ICAO) conferences. He serves on high-level committees such as ICAO Facilitation and the African Civil Aviation Commission (AFCAC) Working Group for the Single African Air Transport Market (SAATM).
He chairs the Steering Committee for Ghana’s Advance Passenger Information (API) and Passenger Name Record (PNR) systems project.
Rev. Arthur holds an executive MBA from the University of Bradford and a Bachelor of Science in administration from the University of Ghana. He has completed specialized training at institutions like IATA and the Singapore Aviation Academy and is a fellow of the Global Association of Certified Chartered Economists.
Rev. Arthur’s contributions to Ghana’s aviation sector include developing consumer protection directives, establishing the National Air Transport Facilitation Committee, and implementing an economic surveillance program for the industry.
Outside of his professional career, he is the founder and leader of Kingdom Family International, a Christian-based church.