Overfishing is a huge problem, not only in european waters but now in sees all over the world. For that reason, European vessels are moving into West-African waters to catch fish. Many West African governments have agreements with the EU which allow European vessels to fish in some parts of their waters. However, not everyone lives up to these rules. Many European vessels are now fishing illegaly and are topping the quotas.


Is West-Africa feeding Europe?

Overfishing is a huge problem, especially in European seas. For that reason, European vessels are moving into West-African waters to catch fish. Many West-African governments have agreements with the EU which allow European vessels to fish in some parts of their waters. However, not everyone lives up to these rules. European vessels are now fishing illegally and are topping quotas.

Lin Laurinda