Story: The article investigates the environmental and socio-economic impacts of fishmeal and fish oil production in The Gambia. It highlights how the export of these products, primarily to countries like China and Norway, depletes local fish stocks, adversely affecting food security and the livelihoods of Gambian communities. The piece also discusses the environmental degradation associated with fishmeal factories, including pollution and habitat destruction.
Published in: October 14, 2025