Browsing: coastal communities

Do Sydney’s Beaches Still Need Shark Nets?

Sydney’s iconic shark nets, once celebrated as essential protection, are now facing renewed scrutiny amid growing environmental awareness and shark conservation efforts. Experts and locals alike are questioning: do these barriers still have a place in our modern world?

Foreign Trawlers Devastate Senegalese Waters, Forcing Local Fishers to Seek New Lives in Spain

Foreign trawlers are ravaging Senegalese waters, pushing local fishers to the brink of survival. With fish stocks rapidly diminishing, countless individuals are compelled to embark on perilous journeys to Spain in search of brighter prospects. This alarming situation underscores the critical need for sustainable fishing practices that can protect both livelihoods and marine ecosystems.