From menace to fertiliser: The women fighting back against Cape Verde's seaweed surge

France 24CenterEN 1 min read 100% complete by FRANCE24October 25, 2025 at 11:21 AM

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In Cape Verde, warming waters have led to an influx of invasive seaweed along once-turquoise coastlines, turning them reddish. Local women are addressing this issue by collecting the seaweed daily from shores, drying it in the sun, and processing it into natural fertilizer back in their villages. This initiative not only combats the environmental challenge posed by the seaweed but also provides a sustainable resource for agriculture. The efforts of these women exemplify community-driven solutions to climate-induced problems affecting Cape Verde's coastal areas.

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Africa 60% Cape Verde ×280%

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Cape Verde

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