TED Business How industrial fishing sinks communities | Lamin Jassey
Jun 9, 2025
Lamin Jassey, an environmental activist and community leader from The Gambia, reveals the catastrophic effects of industrial fish meal factories on local waters and livelihoods. He illustrates how these factories have led to the depletion of fish resources, devastating community health and economic stability. Lamin shares powerful stories of community activism in the fight against overfishing and corporate practices, stressing the importance of governmental engagement and sustainable fishing to reclaim their futures.
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Fish Factory Devastates Gunjur
- Industrial fish meal factories devastated the fishing community of Gunjur, Gambia by reducing fish availability and polluting waters.
- Broken promises from the factory hurt livelihoods, with increased poverty, crime, and youth migration to Europe.
Foreign Fishing Worsens Protein Crisis
- Large fishing agreements allowed foreign vessels to fish local waters, worsening fish scarcity and driving up prices.
- This shift forced locals to eat cheaper imported chicken, causing health problems due to protein source loss.
Empower Communities for Protection
- Build capacity in local fishermen and women to gather data and understand fishery issues.
- Collaborate regionally with neighboring countries to protect shared waters and fish populations.