Togo takes action to protect its marine ecosystem with a new project

Like many other countries, Togo is facing the degradation of its marine ecosystem. To reverse this trend, a marine spatial planning project was launched on Thursday, August 29 in Lomé. This project aims to encourage more responsible management of the country's marine space, while being part of a regional initiative that also involves Ghana and Côte d'Ivoire.

The idea is simple: by 2027, the project will divide the marine space into different zones to better manage and use marine resources sustainably. This includes close cooperation with neighboring countries, a crucial aspect in the face of overexploitation of marine and coastal resources.

The support of the International Union for Conservation of Nature (IUCN) is essential for this project, which aims to improve the food security, livelihoods, and resilience of hundreds of thousands of people who depend on these resources. For Togo, this project is an opportunity to boost the country's blue economy and increase fish production, which is currently insufficient to meet demand.

By launching this project, Togo hopes to better protect its marine ecosystems while optimizing the use of its resources. This project represents an important step forward for the country, which is seeking to prepare for environmental challenges while developing its maritime economy.

Djamiou ABOUDOU