Safeguarding Senegal From the Threats of Offshore Drilling

In this episode of Equity in Every Drop, host Thomas sits down with Mbacké Seck, Hann Baykeeper from Senegal. Mbacké has dedicated years to protecting Hann Bay and advocating for Senegalese communities reliant on waterways for livelihood and recreation. They discuss the environmental and socio-economic impacts of offshore drilling on Senegal, contrasting it with his successful clean-up projects in Hann Bay. Listen in as Mbacké shares insights on grassroots activism, the importance of Waterkeeper Alliance, and the fight for clean water across Africa. Mbacké’s tireless efforts and achievements, backed by community support and international collaboration, emerge as a model for other regions facing similar challenges.