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Hann Bay in Dakar: A polluted paradise seeking attention
Once renowned as one of the most beautiful bays in Africa, Hann Bay, in Dakar, Senegal, is now a symbol of environmental neglect. Once filled with fresh sea air and natural charm, the area has transformed into an open-air dump, polluted by plastic debris, old tires, and sewage runoff that disfigures the coastline and poisons the water.
Along the shoreline, heaps of plastic waste and discarded bottles replace what was once a pristine stretch of sand. In the water, dark industrial discharge flows directly from the city’s sewage system, creating a toxic mix that threatens both marine life and human health.
Environmental activists are sounding the alarm. Christian Faye, executive secretary of GAIA (Action and Initiative Group for Alternative Development), points to a dangerous lack of communication between stakeholders.
“Where is this pollution coming from? When you dig deeper, you realize the root problem is that no one is listening. Industries only listen to themselves. So do local residents. This disconnect has led to the current disaster,” he said.
Despite various cleanup pledges and international funding, tangible action remains minimal, while the bay’s ecosystem continues to deteriorate. Activists warn that without coordinated efforts and stronger environmental governance, Hann Bay risks becoming an irreversible ecological tragedy.