Reviving rivers: History and success of Sabah Tagal System
The practice of Tagal/Bombon — derived from the Kadazan-Dusun language meaning “prohibition” — originated among Sabah’s indigenous communities. In Kota Belud and Kiulu, the local call it Bombon and Penampang they call it Tagal. The system involves a community-enforced fishing ban in designated river sections, allowing fish populations to regenerate.
