A Situational Analysis of Small-Scale Fisheries in Senegal From Vulnerability to Viability

Abstract

Small-scale fisheries (SSF) are an important economic resource, both at the local and global level; their depletion has ramifications on fundamental aspects of life, spanning from food security to society’s wellbeing and culture. On the global scale, SSF provide food security and a source of livelihoods and income for more than 100 million people. The objective of the V2V Situational Analysis is to build a global perspective on key vulnerabilities and opportunities associated with SSF viability across six countries in Asia (Bangladesh, India, Indonesia, Japan, Malaysia, Thailand) and in six countries in Africa (Ghana, Malawi, Nigeria, Senegal, South Africa, Tanzania). Each country-level situational analysis identifies the key social-ecological drivers of change, emerging issues and challenges confronting SSF, and important policy and governance concerns.