Guinea and Senegal have taken a major step toward sustainable marine resource management by signing a new implementation protocol under their existing bilateral fisheries and aquaculture agreement. The protocol, signed on Saturday, July 13, 2025, in Dakar, aims to regulate fishing activities, combat illegal practices, and support the livelihoods of coastal communities in both countries. Senegal’s Minister of Fisheries and Maritime Economy, Dr. Fatou Diouf, and Guinea’s Minister of Fisheries and Maritime Economy, Fatima Camara, endorsed the agreement, emphasizing mutual trust and solidarity as key principles guiding their cooperation.
Under the protocol, both countries will strengthen the supervision of artisanal and industrial fishing fleets, conduct joint maritime patrols to deter illegal fishing, and share data and expertise on stock assessments, fishery product health standards, and training programs.
A key focus is expanding sustainable aquaculture, a sector both governments see as essential to food security and economic resilience. The protocol also promotes scientific research and joint initiatives to improve coastal zone management. The deal is expected to benefit thousands of fishers and processors across both nations while enhancing ecological stewardship in the West African maritime zone.
