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Banjul's survival is threatened by rising sea levels. To combat coastal erosion and be better prepared for climate change, 5,000 coconut palms and 1,000 other trees (including moringa, baobab and kapok) were planted on Banjul's beach. Planting coconut palms could also provide a long-term source of income for Banjul City Council (BCC). Coconuts are a valuable product, the whole nut of which can be used for various applications.
Tree failure in plantings is inevitable; nevertheless, the project can be said to be a resounding success, with more than 3,500 coconut palms being cared for on the beach. Thanks to the grant from the Province of West Flanders, it will be possible to employ staff for three years from December 2023 to continue caring for the coconut palms already planted, and 1,000 more seedlings will be planted. They will be planted where there are failures, but will also lengthen the plantation as a whole.
There are already some water sources on Banjul’s beach. The irrigation system will be expanded further through a combination of new water connections, water tanks and pipes with taps.
