West Africa Blue in the Press
West Africa Blue has received positive press this year, especially around its high integrity benefit sharing agreement signed with the communities and the Government of Sierra Leone in October. Here is a sampling of press pieces from 2025:
Carbon Market Watch: Sierra Leone carbon market project demonstrates more equitable benefit sharing is possible
CGAP: In Sierra Leone, Inclusive Finance is Key to Protecting Coastlines
Mongabay: Sierra Leone communities sign carbon agreement based on carbon justice principles
Namati: Breakthrough Carbon Agreement Signed Between Africa Conservation Initiative And Fishing Communities In Sierra Leone
Sierra Loaded: The Carbon Option – Opening a New Door for Development