Illegal Fishing in Sierra Leone

Known for their abundant and rich fishing grounds, countries like Sierra Leone in West Africa have become an epicentre for illegal fishing. Foreign vessels from European and Asian countries often venture into fishing areas reserved specifically for local fishermen, jeopardising their livelihoods and depleting the fishing supply through overfishing. In this 360 video, see how the artisanal fishermen of Sierra Leone have been impacted by illegal fishing.

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