Joint Press Statement: The leasing of the Fenfushi Lagoon for tourism development is highly concerning and we call on the State to ensure no development project be conducted on this lagoon

A joint press statement expresses concern over the leasing of Fenfushi Lagoon for tourism development. The lagoon is adjacent to the South Ari Marine Protected Area (SANPA) and is important for local livelihoods, including reef fishing and tourism-related activities. The statement notes that the council and residents oppose the project, which would involve reclaiming part of the lagoon for a resort. Previous reclamation projects near SANPA have caused damage. The statement calls on the State to ensure no development occurs on the lagoon.

A joint press statement expresses concern over the leasing of Fenfushi Lagoon for tourism development. The lagoon is adjacent to the South Ari Marine Protected Area (SANPA) and is important for local livelihoods, including reef fishing and tourism-related activities. The statement notes that the council and residents oppose the project, which would involve reclaiming part of the lagoon for a resort. Previous reclamation projects near SANPA have caused damage. The statement calls on the State to ensure no development occurs on the lagoon.

A joint press statement expresses concern over the leasing of Fenfushi Lagoon for tourism development. The lagoon is adjacent to the South Ari Marine Protected Area (SANPA) and is important for local livelihoods, including reef fishing and tourism-related activities. The statement notes that the council and residents oppose the project, which would involve reclaiming part of the lagoon for a resort. Previous reclamation projects near SANPA have caused damage. The statement calls on the State to ensure no development occurs on the lagoon.

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