Senegal’s Gas Boom Sparks Discontent as Fishing Communities Fight for Survival
In the coastal town of Guet Ndar, Senegal’s newest natural gas venture -the Grand Tortue Ahmeyim project- has ignited fears among fishermen who say their […]
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UK High Court Set to Hear Shell Case Against Nigerian Communities Following Decade-Long Battle
After ten years of legal disputes, the Preliminary Issues Trial concerning Shell’s oil spill liabilities to the Ogale and Bille communities in Nigeria is scheduled […]
Cape Verde approved as a candidate for the global fisheries transparency initiative
Cape Verde has been approved as a candidate for the Fisheries Transparency Initiative (FiTI), becoming the fifth country to receive this status, in an “important […]
Cape Verde fishing shipowners want stronger Coast Guard
In Cape Verde, the fishing owners are asking for greater investment in terms of modern equipment so that the Coast Guard can reinforce surveillance of […]
The Senegalese Thiéboudiène registered as intangible cultural heritage
Ceebujën, or Thiéboudiène, literally means “rice with fish” in Wolof. It is the national dish of Senegal, a dish appreciated and anchored in the daily […]
Egypt: Central bank holds special auction
The obligation to provide basic imported commodities has forced the Egyptian central bank to auction $600 million. Despite such an amount, foreign exchange dealers believe […]