15 PROBLEMS FACING FISHING IN EAST AFRICA
PROBLEMS FACING FISHING IN EAST AFRICA Limited capital to modernize the fishing industry. Most of the fishing grounds like Lake Albert and Turkana are in remote areas that are inaccessible. Limited market for fish due to low income or cultural norms e.g. among the Bahima. Limited fish species of commercial value which reduces international demand. Overfishing and indiscriminate fishing through the use of beach seining method which leads to catching of young fish. Excessive high temperature creates preservation difficulties. Political instability especially in Uganda which has scared away foreign investors. The threat of crocodiles especially on Lake Kyoga which scare away fishermen. Poor transport network linking to fishing grounds which leads to delays in delivery. Water hyacinth especially on Lake Victoria and Kyoga chokes fish to death. Competition with other fish producing countries like Norway, Japan leads to an inadequate market. Undesirable fishing methods like fish po...