Cabo Verde program and its fishers have been protecting the sea for 10 years
In Cabo Verde, a program called Guardians of the Sea, involving 190 volunteer fishers from seven islands, has been monitoring and protecting marine life for a decade, helping to deter illegal fishing and promote sustainable practices. The initiative, supported by local and international NGOs, trains fishers to collect data on marine megafauna and report illegal activities during their fishing trips. The program was launched in 2016 to address overfishing and lack of government oversight, and has since expanded to seven islands, contributing to long-term ocean conservation efforts.
Cabo Verde's Guardians of the Sea program, involving 190 fishers, has been monitoring the ocean and reporting illegal fishing for 10 years.
The program helps protect marine life and encourages sustainable fishing, which is vital for the livelihoods of coastal communities in Cabo Verde.
This story highlights how local communities can lead environmental efforts, showing the power of collaboration between people and nature for long-term benefits.
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