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Mantanani Island, sabah

About the Island

Mantanani is a group of islands located in the South China Sea, off the west coast of Sabah in Malaysia. There are two villages on Mantanani Island – Kampung Siring Bukit and Kampung Padang, with a population of 1,000 people. Fishing has traditionally been the main source of income and protein for villagers.

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About Cintai Mantanani

Reef Check Malaysia has been working on Mantanani Island since 2012, when it was identified as a hot spot for fish bombing. Since then, we have implemented various projects, from reef rehabilitation through to waste management. Our focus now is to support the local community in establishing a community-managed protected area at the islands.

Our Work

  • Education and awareness programmes for schools, resort and dive operators, local population, and tourists

  • Community awareness on impact of fish bombing

  • Training in entrepreneurial skills for the community

  • Implementation of waste management and recycling systems on the island

  • Alternative livelihoods in tourism industry including dive guides, snorkel guides, and homestay operators

More information and updates on this programme can be found on the Cintai Mantanani’s Facebook page: https://www.facebook.com/cintaimantanani/