'We only have the sea to live on' - Senegal's fishermen blame BP project for lack of fish

Published: 10/2/2025
'We only have the sea to live on' - Senegal's fishermen blame BP project for lack of fish
In Senegal's Saint-Louis, fishermen blame lack of fish on BP project, the Greater Tortue Ahmeyim (GTA) gas platform, for restricting fishing with a 500m exclusion zone. Fishermen struggle due to reduced catches, impacting livelihoods as BP's gas project aims for 2.3 million tonnes of liquefied natural gas annually. Despite promises of artificial reefs to supplement fishing grounds, local fishermen highlight economic challenges and environmental concerns following a gas leak incident, emphasizing the impact on their traditional way of life.