VOICED : Senegal: a seawater desalination plant causes controversy

The video discusses the construction of Senegal's first seawater desalinization plant in Dakar, set to be operational by 2025. While it aims to alleviate water shortages, it poses threats to local beaches and marine life. Local businesses and fishermen express concerns over environmental impacts and economic consequences. Critics argue that Senegal should prioritize tapping into its groundwater reserves instead of relying on desalinization, which is more common in wealthier, drier regions.

What is the primary goal of the desalinization plant planned for Dakar?

• To create more jobs for local residents

• To improve the water supply in Dakar

• To reduce the cost of water in Senegal

• To increase tourism in the area

Why are local businesses and residents concerned about the desalinization project?

• It will cause noise pollution

• It threatens public access to beaches

• It will increase traffic in the area

• It will lead to higher taxes

What is the main concern of fishermen regarding the desalinization plant?

• It will lead to overfishing

• It will attract more tourists

• It will release harmful byproducts into the sea

• It will increase competition for fish

What alternative solution do critics suggest instead of desalinization?

• Importing water from neighboring countries

• Accessing untapped groundwater reserves

• Increasing water conservation efforts

• Building more dams

Why is desalinization not considered the best solution for Senegal?

• Desalinization plants are banned in Senegal

• Senegal has a very dry climate

• Desalinization is too expensive for Senegal

• Senegal has abundant groundwater resources