In my last report as an eco-generation ambassador for Sierra Leone, I elaborated about the campaign against filth in Sierra Leone. Since my last report, there has been the emergence of a very unwelcomed guest in the beach of Lumley in Sierra Leone. Lumley beach has been a very attractive tourist attraction in Freetown because of its eccentric and appealing scenery. It is also the home of the most luxurious hotels, pub, and entertainment complex.

Since the inception of dynamite fishing in this beach, it has been discovered that many Dead Sea weeds are found lying at the edge of the sea banks. These Dead Sea weeds are quite disgusting in smell which makes it very uncomfortable for pedestrians and visitors to the beach. They make a huge heap of debris that if one is not careful when walking, you might not have a path to tread on.

Last year, the government of Sierra Leone along with other donor partners looked critically at this unsightly substance and some measures were put in place which led to their disappearance. Happily, the inhabitants within thought it was over but its sudden reappearance means that the proffered solution is not adequate to solving this problem.

As an ambassador, it is troubling to see that my fellow country people are struggling with the sight of such an unfortunate and troubling visitor. Many are suggesting that it goes far beyond the dynamite fishing as this practice has existed for more than we can imagine. It may be as result of another activity and some suggest that maybe the introduction of the fiber optic cable has in a way distorted the natural make up of the aquatic body. Yet, we limp helplessly without a solution and it continues to soar on. This is indeed unfortunate so we need some solutions before it results in a health hazard situation for people within the community.