Gambia: Fish Scarcity Drives Prices Up, Threatens Gambia’s Food Security –

Korka Jallow

Fish scarcity in The Gambia has reached critical levels resulting in rising prices and growing concerns over food security.

The scarcity is driven by a combination of industrial overfishing, operations of foreign trawlers, fishmeal production, and environmental pressures.

The shortage has significantly affected local markets, where fish remains a major source of protein. Artisanal fishers report declining catches, while vendors say supply has become increasingly inconsistent…