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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.

Kilifi fishermen call for protection of sharks as demand for fins rises
Farhiya Hussein  |  Oct 08, 2024

Shark fin soup is a delicacy in countries like China and Vietnam, where it is often served at weddings and banquets, further fuelling the demand.

Joho defends his docket over Sh1.6 billion used for 'fish counting' in Indian Ocean
Barack Oduor  |  Oct 03, 2024

He emphasised the importance of the assessment, noting that it helps the government better understand the Indian Ocean ecosystem and identify whether...

Justice remains elusive for 54 Lamu families still seeking land compensation 10 years on
Farhiya Hussein  |  Sep 23, 2024

The families gave out their ancestral land for the establishment of the Lamu County headquarters at Mokowe.

State identifies 13 key fish breeding zones to restore Lake Victoria's declining fish population
Lucy Mumbi  |  Sep 22, 2024

The initiative seeks to demarcate and protect fish breeding sites, sheltered bays and river mouths to increase fish stocks and support local fishermen...

MPs question how state spent Sh1.6 billion to count fish in Indian Ocean
Lucy Mumbi  |  Sep 11, 2024

Joho defended the expenditure, explaining that the fish stock assessment is crucial for attracting investors to Kenya’s blue economy.

Lamu conservationists embrace ecotourism to fight environmental degradation, climate change
Farhiya Hussein  |  Sep 04, 2024

Ecotourism is sustainable tourism that seeks to promote the conservation and protection of the environment while providing opportunities for tourists...

Ruto promises to protect fishermen from deaths at Lake Victoria
Mary Wambui  |  Aug 29, 2024

President Ruto expressed optimism that more people will be drawn to the sector if the government makes fishing safe.

Lamu’s Bajuni artisans take pride in preserving age-old handicraft tradition
Farhiya Hussein  |  Aug 27, 2024

 The village is also renowned for fishing, with a rich history in dhow building and repairs across the archipelago.

Kwale County inaugurates Sh2.95 million mariculture ponds to boost fish farming
Mishi Gongo  |  Aug 20, 2024

A total of 7,200 fingerlings were introduced into the ponds, marking the start of what is hoped to be a thriving enterprise for the Bonje community.

Mining CS Joho confirms resumption of stalled works at Liwatoni Fisheries Complex after public outcry
Farhiya Hussein  |  Aug 19, 2024

The government has set a deadline of eight to 12 months for the project's completion.

Mombasa residents demand progress on Sh1.4bn Liwatoni Fisheries Complex
Farhiya Hussein  |  Aug 18, 2024

The project was initially launched and gazetted as Kenya’s first fishing port in 2018.

Mvurya reveals plans for Kenya's venture into industrial fishing
Mary Wambui  |  Aug 03, 2024

The former Mining, Blue Economy and Maritime Affairs CS, said the government licensed the vessel TXORI GORRI recently to help the country kick off ind...

Government allocates Sh1.7bn to boost blue economy in coastal counties
Vincent Ombati  |  Jul 26, 2024

The funds will be distributed among 612 groups within these counties, benefiting over 19,000 individuals working in the blue economy sector.

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