Fisheries Research Institute,Kenya Marine Fisheries Stories

CS Hassan Joho blames conflicting advisories for delay in appointing fisheries boss
Maureen Kinyanjui  |  Jun 18, 2025

MPs questioned why the process appeared to have stalled, who was truly in charge, and whether due process was being followed. CS Joho insisted the fin...

Puntland releases seven Yemeni fishermen arrested over illegal fishing in Somali waters
Abdirahman Khalif  |  Jun 17, 2025

The fishermen were arrested by Puntland security forces on May 14, 2025, near Ras Asir, after the local coast guard intercepted their vessel. Official...

Kilifi residents urged to stay safe as strong winds and high waves threaten coastline
Farhiya Hussein  |  Jun 15, 2025

Fishermen, boat operators, and beachgoers have been warned against venturing into the ocean due to rough sea conditions, which pose a significant risk...

Garissa senator warns of national division over selective justice in wake of Ojwang’s death
Maureen Kinyanjui  |  Jun 11, 2025

Haji said while it was important to demand justice for Ojwang, similar urgency should be shown for other Kenyans who have died under unclear circumsta...

Kwale seaweed farmers and fishers boosted with 13 boats to improve harvest and income
Farhiya Hussein  |  Jun 09, 2025

Governor Fatuma Achani officially handed over the boats during World Seaweed Day celebrations at Mkunguni Beach Management Unit in Ramisi Ward, Msambw...

Gabon withdraws from EU fisheries deal after nearly 20 years, citing economic concerns
Lucy Mumbi  |  Jun 07, 2025

The West African nation, which entered the deal in 2007, says the agreement has disproportionately benefited European fishing fleets at the expense of...

Youth dive into fish farming as aquaculture initiative transforms Coast, western Kenya
Farhiya Hussein  |  Jun 02, 2025

The programme aims to create at least 150,000 jobs across these regions through training, mentorship, and access to aquaculture markets.

Mining CS Hassan Joho urges police to stop arbitrary arrests of fishermen
Maureen Kinyanjui  |  May 29, 2025

Joho stressed that arresting fishermen should not be the routine way to enforce the law.

How to make flavourful Swahili coconut fish dish samaki wa kupaka at home
Margaret Wanjiru  |  May 18, 2025

Whether you are by the ocean or in an urban apartment in Nairobi, you do not need to travel to Mombasa to enjoy this dish.

Four fishermen killed in Turkana by suspected Ethiopian militia
Issa Hussein  |  May 15, 2025

Turkana Governor Jeremiah Ekamais Lomorukai condemned the incident as a recurring heinous attack against the people of Turkana.

New concrete ladder brings safety, efficiency in boat docking in Lamu’s Shanga village
Farhiya Hussein  |  May 01, 2025

While the structure has only just been launched, it is already being hailed as a long-overdue solution, one that may finally bring relief to hundreds...

Blue Economy boom: Over 200 Tana River youths empowered in fisheries venture
Farhiya Hussein  |  Apr 14, 2025

By channelling youthful energy into enterprise and equipping young minds with the tools to navigate the blue economy, the initiative offers hope in a...

Government to hold Nakuru KWS officers accountable for missing fisherman Brian Odhiambo
Lucy Mumbi  |  Mar 19, 2025

Murkomen said investigations had uncovered a criminal syndicate protected by KWS officers and suggested that Odhiambo’s disappearance might be linked...

Kenya’s fish export earnings drop to Sh5.97bn in first decline in four years
Maureen Kinyanjui  |  Mar 14, 2025

This decline, amounting to Sh805.29 million, was the first significant drop since 2020 when earnings fell by Sh681.61 million.

Turkana attack: 38 people still missing after deadly raid by suspected Ethiopian militia
Maureen Kinyanjui  |  Mar 08, 2025

The government is increasing its security presence in the region to curb conflicts between the Turkana and Oromo communities.

Diabetes breakthrough: Fish oil could reverse insulin resistance, new study shows
Margaret Wanjiru  |  Mar 04, 2025

Conducted on rats that exhibited a condition similar to type 2 diabetes, characterised by high blood sugar levels and impaired insulin effectiveness,...

Over 20 people still missing after brutal attack on Turkana fishermen
Eastleigh Voice Reporter  |  Mar 02, 2025

Venant Ndighila, the head of disaster management operations at the Kenya Red Cross, said efforts to locate the missing persons are ongoing.

Pathologist rules out drowning in fisherman’s death, calls for further probe
Maureen Kinyanjui  |  Feb 28, 2025

Ekimomor went missing on February 20, 2025 while fishing in Lake Nakuru, and his body was discovered the following day by fellow fishermen.

Clash between Ethiopian and Kenyan fishermen leaves many dead or missing
Reuters  |  Feb 24, 2025

On Monday, Interior Cabinet Secretary Kipchumba Murkomen said none of the missing Kenyans had been found.

Inside Sh90 million infrastructure projects to uplift Lamu urban centres
Farhiya Hussein  |  Feb 03, 2025

At Shanga-Ishakani in Lamu East Sub-County, the devolved unit is undertaking the construction of a seashore ladder, also known as a landing site for f...

Lamu’s centuries-old Mbwajumwali village to have first seawall after 800 years
Farhiya Hussein  |  Jan 30, 2025

Residents who spoke to The Eastleigh Voice expressed their joy following the launch of the construction of the seawall in their village.

DCI, KWS given deadline to produce missing Nakuru fisherman Brian Odhiambo
Lucy Mumbi  |  Jan 26, 2025

Odhiambo was last seen on January 18, 2025, during a routine patrol by Kenya Wildlife Service officers near Lake Nakuru National Park.

Why fishermen in Lamu are quitting the trade despite catching tonnes of fish
Farhiya Hussein  |  Jan 03, 2025

The county has more than 40 landing sites but all of them are at risk of being grabbed by private developers as they lack proper documentation to help...

Octopus meal: Delicacy revered by many on Kenya’s coast and said to improve stamina
Farhiya Hussein  |  Jan 02, 2025

It is worth noting that the taste of octopus meat and stew depends largely on how it is prepared.

Ishakani Village: A century-old community fades away due to insecurity, poverty
Farhiya Hussein  |  Dec 26, 2024

The village has for years suffered many challenges, key among them being insecurity contributed by Al-Shabaab militants from neighbouring Somalia.

Lamu Port fishermen issue fresh demands during second phase of compensation
Farhiya Hussein  |  Nov 24, 2024

Among the issues, the fishers demand to be left out is the plan to build cold storage facilities for them.

Concerns raised as indigenous fish species in Lamu's freshwater lake dwindle
Farhiya Hussein  |  Nov 12, 2024

The lake is also impacted by overgrazing and sand harvesting, pollution, and competition for its resources pitting farmers against pastoralists.

Amid war and deep hunger, Gaza fisherman struggle to feed families
Reuters  |  Nov 03, 2024

Fishing was an important part of daily life in Gaza before the war, helping people eke out a living by selling their daily hauls in the market and fee...

Alarm as wildlife populations decline by 73 per cent due to climate change
Alfred Onyango  |  Oct 11, 2024

In the period under review, freshwater populations suffered the heaviest declines, falling by 85 per cent.

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