INTERVIEW: We must take actions to protect our beaches, says Chimamaka Anakwuo-Nwosu

In this interview to mark World Beach Day, Chimamaka Anakwuo-Nwosu, a sustainability expert, spoke withTheCable: Tell us about your organisation and its mission in relation to beach clean-ups.Our mission is more of helping to preserve the coastal ecosystem. Through this effort, we aim to remove plastic and other pollutants from the source. In doing this, we are ensuring the well-being of marine life and maintaining the natural beauty of our beaches.

Beach clean-ups offer you a unique opportunity to contribute positively to your surroundings. It serves as an educational platform where you can spread awareness of the harmful consequences of plastic pollution and foster a sense of community and continuity. TheCable: In your experience, what are some of the biggest challenges faced during the clean-ups, and how do you overcome them?The amount of pollution we met at the beach the last time we went was so much that the number of people who came with me was not enough. The amount of pollution sometimes can be overwhelming. Dealing with large quantities of trash takes a lot of time, effort and coordination.

TheCable: What message would you like to convey to individuals around the world about the importance of taking care of our beaches and oceans?Let us all remember that beaches are not just beautiful destinations for relaxation and recreation. They are also essential ecosystems that provide sustainability benefits to our planet, and also to its inhabitants. They play a vital role in regulating our climate, supporting biodiversity and providing livelihood for communities.

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