Gambian President Adama Barrow announced plans to update the country's fishing laws and water farming rules. The changes aim to stop illegal fishing and make enforcement stronger. Officials want to modernize current regulations that govern how people catch fish and farm seafood. The president said these updates will help protect ocean resources better. Government leaders believe the new rules will benefit local fishing communities.
Fishing brings important money to Gambia's treasury each year. Last year the government collected more than 142 million dalasi from fishing permits and fees. Another 88 million dalasi remains unpaid from various fishing operations. Barrow explained that fishing provides both income for the government and food for citizens. The sector faces several challenges that officials hope to fix with better laws.
European Union funding helps expand fishing management programs across northern areas of the country. Twenty-one communities that harvest oysters will receive support for better resource management. The program also funds construction of two new fish landing areas at Kartong and Sanyang. These platforms will help fishers bring their catch to shore more easily. Officials expect these improvements to boost local economies.
The government gave out twenty new fishing boats to rural communities during January. Each boat came with proper equipment to help fishers work more effectively. Barrow said officials want to create more opportunities for people who depend on fishing for their livelihood. Better cooperation between neighboring countries will also help manage shared water resources. The president stressed the importance of protecting marine environments.
Barrow called on all Gambians to support efforts that build a stronger nation. He mentioned the 1977 Banjul Declaration as a guide for environmental protection goals.
Fishing brings important money to Gambia's treasury each year. Last year the government collected more than 142 million dalasi from fishing permits and fees. Another 88 million dalasi remains unpaid from various fishing operations. Barrow explained that fishing provides both income for the government and food for citizens. The sector faces several challenges that officials hope to fix with better laws.
European Union funding helps expand fishing management programs across northern areas of the country. Twenty-one communities that harvest oysters will receive support for better resource management. The program also funds construction of two new fish landing areas at Kartong and Sanyang. These platforms will help fishers bring their catch to shore more easily. Officials expect these improvements to boost local economies.
The government gave out twenty new fishing boats to rural communities during January. Each boat came with proper equipment to help fishers work more effectively. Barrow said officials want to create more opportunities for people who depend on fishing for their livelihood. Better cooperation between neighboring countries will also help manage shared water resources. The president stressed the importance of protecting marine environments.
Barrow called on all Gambians to support efforts that build a stronger nation. He mentioned the 1977 Banjul Declaration as a guide for environmental protection goals.
