This documentary explores the vital role of sardinella in West Africa, highlighting their importance for food security, livelihoods, and local economies, particularly for women involved in processing and trade. It examines the seasonal migrations of sardinella, the fishing techniques used by artisanal and industrial fleets, and the growing threats of overexploitation.
Through expert insights and community testimonies, the film showcases efforts led by the EAF-Nansen Programme to assess fish stocks, promote sustainable fisheries management, and foster regional cooperation. It concludes with proposed solutions to ensure the long-term sustainability of sardinella fisheries.
The EAF-Nansen Programme is a longstanding partnership between the Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations (FAO) and Norway, executed in close collaboration with the Norwegian Institute of Marine Research (IMR). It contributes to FAO’s vision for Blue Transformation of aquatic food systems, and the UN Decade of Ocean Science for Sustainable Development (2021–2030).
Source:FAO