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  Shallow waters which allow plankton to thrive in abundance. Several beaches and highlands within the lake which provide good landing sites for fish boats e.g. Asembo and Mbita. Large and ready market within major towns because of dense population e.g. Kampala, Kisumu and Mwanza. Presence of a variety of species which are of economic value. Presence of fish eating culture as it is a traditional diet of the people around. Fishermen have formed co-operatives which help them in marketing of fis RELATED POSTS 9 CONDITIONS FAVOURING IRRIGATION FARMING IN EGYPT 5 CAUSES OF RURAL-RURAL MIGRATION IN KENYA 10 AIMS OF KILOMBERO VALLEY IRRIGATION SCHEME 4 FEATURES OF MAP STATEMENT SCALE 10 ADVANTAGES OF OIL PRODUCTION IN THE MIDDLE EAST 7 DISADVANTAGES OF AIR TRANSPORT 10 PROBLEMS FACING COFFEE FARMING IN KENYA IMPACTS OF POVERTY ON ENVIRONMENT 10 PROBLEMS FACING COTTON FARMING IN UGANDA COMPARISON BETWEEN FISHING IN KENYA AND JAPAN

  Factors favoring the development of the fishing industry in East Africa Availability of enough fishing grounds such as Lake Victoria, Kyoga, Tanganyika, and the Indian Ocean.  Availability of high-value fish species such as Tilapia and Nile perch with high market demand. Introduction of better and effective fishing methods such as the use of gill nets. Introduction of better fishing vessels such motorboats fitted with engines which are used for fishing. Presence of abundant plankton (food for fish) has led to fish multiplication in large numbers. Improved transport network linking fishing grounds to market centers. Availability of ready market for fish which is both local and international e.g. fish processing industries, local people, and neighbouring D.R.C. Indented nature of fishing grounds which are favourable for the development of fish landing sites e.g. Kasenyi and Majanji on Lake Victoria. Introduction of fish corporations which teach better the fishermen new and ...

  Formation of Ministry of fisheries to control fishing activities in the country. Formation of fishing cooperatives for advice, loans, and easy marketing. Educating the public about the value of the fish as a source of proteins and vitamins to increase its market. Removal of the water hyacinth by using chemicals to provide enough oxygen for the fish. There is construction and rehabilitation of road networks linking to fish grounds to improve fish deliveries. Treatment of sewage and industrial wastes to reduce water pollution. Setting strict laws prohibiting illegal fishing methods like poisoning and indiscriminate nets to protect the young fish. Introduction of modern fish preservation methods like freezing and canning by extending power to rural areas. Regular police patrols to reduce theft on water bodies. Introduction of commercial and high-value fish species e.g. Nile Perch which have a large market. Increased importation of fishing facilities such as motorboats and motor eng...

  The influence of current The convergence of cold and ocean currents improves the circulation of oxygen and the dispersal of nutrients for fish. Currents regulate the temperature of water favouring the growth of plankton. Warm currents moderate water temperatures enabling fishing to be carried out throughout the year. Indented coastline Indented coastlines provide ideal breeding grounds for fish and the development of ports. Climate The cool climate allows the growth of plankton. The cool climate has made fishing conditions for preservation favourable. Technology The advanced technology of the area has led to the rapid growth of the fishing industry e.g use of riders in fishing and presentation. RELATED POSTS 9 CONDITIONS FAVOURING IRRIGATION FARMING IN EGYPT 5 CAUSES OF RURAL-RURAL MIGRATION IN KENYA 10 AIMS OF KILOMBERO VALLEY IRRIGATION SCHEME 4 FEATURES OF MAP STATEMENT SCALE 10 ADVANTAGES OF OIL PRODUCTION IN THE MIDDLE EAST 7 DISADVANTAGES OF AIR TRANSPORT 10 PROBLEMS FACING...

 HERE ARE 12 FACTORS THAT HAVE CONTRIBUTED TO THE RAPID DEVELOPMENT OF THE FISHING INDUSTRY IN UGANDA Presence of moderate temperature and rainfall which support fish growth and breeding. This has increased on multiplication of fish within the fishing grounds of Uganda like in L. Kyoga. The fishing grounds of Uganda receive a lot of light and the waters are oxygenated in Lake Victoria , such is required for fish growth and multiplication. The presence of abundant plankton in the fishing grounds of Edward and George due to alkaline level of the water. Planktons are fish feed thus fish growth. Availability of several fishing grounds in Uganda such as Lake Victoria, river katonga, Lumbuye swamp and ponds. All these become source of fish. The presence of well-sheltered bays on the shoreline of Lake Victoria and Kyoga, these are suitable for the development of fishing activities and setting up of landing sites such as Lambu and Kasenyi on L. Victoria. Presence of valuable fish...

  Similarities Fish farming is done in both the countries. Cooperative societies for fishermen is practiced in both countries. Marine fishing done in both countries; similar species e.g. sardines, tuna, etc. Differences In Kenya both marine and inland fishing is done while in Japan only marine fishing is carried out. Marine fishing is confined to Kenyan territorial waters only while in Japan marine fishing extends beyond the territorial waters up to high seas. The marine fisheries in Kenya have few/limited fish and species whereas in Japan, the fishing ground is richer with a variety of species. In Kenya, marine fishing is done on a small scale based on simple technology and use of traditional methods whereas in Japan fishing is done on a large scale based on advanced technology and use of modern fishing methods. Management & Conservation of Fish and Fisheries Management: - refers to the effective planning and control of fish resources and their habitats. It is done through: - ...