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Project·8 min read·Saloum Delta, Senegal

Advancing community-based mangrove restoration in Senegal

Local people are revitalizing 80,000 hectares of mangrove forest to safeguard valuable marine coastal ecosystems.

Image © Joeri Borst / Wetlands International

Jul 14, 2023

Image © Joeri Borst / Wetlands International

Joeri Borst / Wetlands International
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Joeri Borst / Wetlands International
Joeri Borst / Wetlands International
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The planted propagules in Adoukhé became strong plants and well distributed. The plants have grown successfully estimated at an 85% growth rate after four months. We are satisfied with the mangroves restored in this beautiful site.
Lieutenant Alioune Badara Sonko
Forest Engineer, Gandoul Marine Protected Area
Joeri Borst / Wetlands International
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We are delighted with the satisfactory development of the mangroves in Adoukhé and, on behalf of the entire community, extend our heartfelt thanks to Wetlands International Africa and to the Only One platform. We also call for the continuation and sustainability of this project.
Seykou Sarr
Ecoguard, Wetlands International Africa
Joeri Borst / Wetlands International

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