The perceptions of stakeholders on current management of mangroves in the Sine-Saloum Delta, Senegal

Mangrove management in the Sine-Saloum Delta, Senegal, faces significant challenges due to divergent stakeholder perceptions. A study using Q methodology identified three distinct viewpoints: 'Official,' 'Happy Villagers,' and 'Unhappy Villagers.' While all discourses agree on the need for improvements, they disagree on the specific changes required. The 'Official' discourse emphasizes fragmented management, while 'Happy Villagers' acknowledge progress but highlight imbalances. Conversely, 'Unhappy Villagers' express dissatisfaction with current efforts, attributing responsibility to external actors rather than local communities. This polarization underscores the need for clear guidelines to define roles in participatory decentralized resource management, offering opportunities for sustainable interventions while addressing contentious topics.

Arumugam, M., Niyomugabo, R., Dahdouh-Guebas, F., & Hugé, J. (2021). The perceptions of stakeholders on current management of mangroves in the Sine-Saloum Delta, Senegal. Estuarine, Coastal and Shelf Science, 248, 107160. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.ecss.2020.107160