Ivory Coast: Activities of open-air washermen raise concerns among environmentalists
The Banco Park in Ivory Coast is the second largest natural reserve in the world located in the center of the capital Abidjan. The shield of greenery acts as a defense against erosion. In the heart of the forest is the Banco River, which has been transformed into a giant open-air laundry. These makeshift washers commonly called "Fanicos" are mostly from neighboring countries. From 6am local time, the ‘’Fanicos’’ walk from door to door collecting laundry in houses of the surrounding neighborhoods of Yopougon, Attécoubé and Abobo. It’s the only way Ben has been making a living. ''I ...
Source: africanews.com