June 2025

Assessment of physicochemical water quality in the Sangomar marine protected area before oil exploitation of the Sangomar offshore field, Senegal

The Sangomar Marine Protected Area (MPA), located approximately 50 km from the Sangomar oil field, has raised concerns regarding the potential impact of oil activities on its resources. This study aims to determine the quality of the MPA's waters prior to the commencement of oil exploitation. Samples were collected at three locations of ecological importance and accessibility (Bakina, Sofna, and Djiffer) during both...

Author(s): Issa Ba, Ousmane Diankha, Bamol Ali Sow and Sophietou Ba