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Coastal erosion in Guinea-Bissau’s Bijagos Islands is destroying land and homes, driven by climate change and human activity.
Residents of Guinea-Bissau’s Bijagos Islands are experiencing severe coastal erosion, with some areas losing up to seven meters of land annually due to rising sea levels, climate change, and human activities like urbanization and waste dumping.
On populated islands like Bubaque, beaches have shrunk dramatically, threatening homes, infrastructure, and ecosystems.
While local efforts to plant trees and raise awareness are underway, officials say insufficient funding from governments and international partners hampers progress.
UNESCO and climate experts warn of ongoing risks to biodiversity and communities, urging greater action to protect the UNESCO World Heritage Site.
La erosión costera en las islas Bijagos de Guinea-Bissau está destruyendo tierras y hogares, provocada por el cambio climático y la actividad humana.