Supported by the MAVA Foundation, the Marine Stewardship Council (MSC) and Clarmondial have initiated the Lead Project to address sustainability challenges in West African fisheries. In partnership with government and industry bodies, 8 fisheries in Mauritania, Senegal, the Gambia and Cape Verde have been identified for an initial sustainability assessment under the MSC’s framework, and a financial assessment by Clarmondial. These will inform the development of action plans and the design of dedicated financing mechanisms to support West African fisheries’ transition to sustainable management practices.
A blog post on the Lead Project has been published by the MAVA Foundation:
http://mava-foundation.org/blog-can-finance-contribute-to-seafood-sustainability-in-west-africa