Guinea-Bissau scientists push for sardinella management plan
Researchers advocate for full implementation of a plan to protect vital fish stocks, approved over a year ago.
Researchers in Guinea-Bissau are urging the full implementation of a Sardinella Fisheries Management Plan, approved more than a year ago, to preserve the country's fish resources. The call came during a two-day seminar in Bissau on November 4, 2026, focused on lessons learned from a sustainable sardinella management project.
The seminar, funded by the UN's Food and Agriculture Organization (FAO) through the EAF-Nansen Programme and involving the National Network of Community Radios (RENARC) and the National Institute of Fisheries and Oceanographic Research (INIPO), aims to identify project challenges and strengthen partner commitment. INIPO researcher Cadidjatu Djaló stated the institute remains available to collaborate on protecting this fundamental resource.
RENARC president Demba Sanhá explained his organization's role in communicating and raising awareness among local communities over the past 18 months. The meeting will review activities and formulate recommendations for INIPO and FAO.
Why it mattersFisheries researchers and community radio networks are working to ensure the long-term availability of sardinella, a key resource for the country.