Overfishing by foreign vessels is driving many species towards extinction and destroying the livelihoods of fishing communities in countries such as Ghana, Liberia and Mauritania, said the London-based Overseas Development Institute (ODI)
Aquaculture
Nigeria looks to boost local fish production
The Nigerian government plans to boost local production of species, in an attempt to reduce the import of fish
Small fish production a critical asset in Africa, says FAO
Small, fast growing wild fish could be crucial allies in the race to end hunger in some of the worlds most chronically poor and underfed regions, according to an FAO report
FAO to launch aquaculture project in Liberia
The Food and Agriculture Organisation of the United Nations (FAO) will collaborate with the government of Liberia to launch an aquaculture project valued at US$492,000
International accord on illegal fishing to enter into force
The world’s first-ever international agreement specifically targeting illegal fishing is set to enter into force in June 2016