Anloga

The periodic opening and closing of the Azizadzi floodgates have inadvertently led to an unexpected bumper harvest of crabs and shrimps in the lagoons of the Keta and Anloga districts. Local fishermen and residents have reported an increased abundance of these aquatic species, resulting in a significant economic boost for the communities. The Azizadzi floodgates, strategically designed to manage water levels in the lagoons and prevent flooding in the surrounding areas, have unintentionally created ideal conditions for the proliferation of crabs and shrimps. The fluctuation of water levels, coupled with the regular opening and closing of the floodgates, has allowed…