Fishing activities in Kamgbunli, an Islamic community in the Ellembelle District of the Western Region, have come to a standstill as fear grips fishermen over a mysterious disease affecting their recent catches.

Amidst the uncertainty, the fishermen are issuing an urgent appeal to all stakeholders to collaborate to investigate the root cause of the disease, seeking a swift solution to restore their livelihoods.

Fishermen in the area have reported a disturbing trend in their recent harvests.

Over the past month, fish have been developing severe skin infections, characterized by red, swollen lesions that quickly turn into gaping wounds.