Fisheries

Five Lives Lost in Lake Victoria Boat Accident on New Year’s Day

A boat traveling from Zigunga to Zinga Island in Buvuma District capsized on Lake Victoria, resulting in the loss of…

Fisheries Protection Unit Seizes Truck with 10 Tonnes of Immature Fish

Lt. Col. Mercy Tukahirwa directed an operation resulting in the impoundment of a truck carrying approximately 10 tonnes of immature…

Kalangala’s Battle with Water Hyacinth Endangers Fishing

Fishing activities have come to an abrupt halt In the lakeside community of Kisovve landing site, situated in Lujaabwa Village,…

Fisheries Protection Unit Commended for Efforts in Tackling Criminality on Ugandan Lakes

Lieutenant Colonel Dick Kaija received commendation from General Wilson Mbadi, the Chief of Defence Forces (CDF), for the military's dedicated…

Government’s Significant Revenue Boost from Fish Maw Exports, but Concerns Raised

The Uganda Revenue Authority (URA) has reported a substantial increase in tax revenue from fish maw exports since the introduction…

Water Hyacinth Blockage Strands Kalangala Fishing Boats

Fishermen at the Kisove landing site on Lujjabwa Island in Mazinga sub-county, Kalangala district, are facing a challenging situation as…