2008.10.28: October 28, 2008: Headlines: COS - The Gambia: Environment: Forestry: Trading Markets: Peace Corps volunteers planted mangrove trees on the shores of the island so as to contain the erosion
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2008.10.28: October 28, 2008: Headlines: COS - The Gambia: Environment: Forestry: Trading Markets: Peace Corps volunteers planted mangrove trees on the shores of the island so as to contain the erosion
Peace Corps volunteers planted mangrove trees on the shores of the island so as to contain the erosion
In what can be described as a giant step to tackle the continuous erosion that James Island is facing, a group of Peace Corps volunteers in conjunction with the American Embassy and the National Centre for Arts and Culture, over the weekend planted mangrove trees on the shores of the island so as to contain the erosion. The Island, which is located 30 kilometers from the mouth of the River Gambia, constitutes a UNESCO World Heritage site. In the eyes of the Peace Corps environmental experts, the mangrove has the ability to reduce the effects of the coastal erosion.
Peace Corps volunteers planted mangrove trees on the shores of the island so as to contain the erosion
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Oct 28, 2008 (The Daily Observer/All Africa Global Media via COMTEX) -- ZZFOP | Quote | Chart | News | PowerRating -- In what can be described as a giant step to tackle the continuous erosion that James Island is facing, a group of Peace Corps volunteers in conjunction with the American Embassy and the National Centre for Arts and Culture, over the weekend planted mangrove trees on the shores of the island so as to contain the erosion.
The Island, which is located 30 kilometers from the mouth of the River Gambia, constitutes a UNESCO World Heritage site.
In the eyes of the Peace Corps environmental experts, the mangrove has the ability to reduce the effects of the coastal erosion.
Speaking at the planting exercise, Mike McConnell, Peace Corps country director, expressed delight in participating in such a noble crusade. He added that the exercise greatly symbolises the ability of people to make a positive impact with creative minds, without the use of money.
He went on to say that the planting of mangroves will not only stop sea erosion but will also contribute to the expansion of the island.
Bakary Sanyang, assistant director for Research and Documentation at the National Council for Arts and Culture, indicated that the significance of the planting exercise cannot be overemphasised, since a considerable size of the island has been eaten up by the sea.
Mustapha Jabang, site manager of the island, echoed similar sentiments and hailed the participants for the smart initiative.
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