Kisumu launches fibre boats to enhance safety of fishing community, blue economy on Lake Victoria

Kisumu launches fibre boats to enhance safety of fishing community, blue economy on Lake Victoria

Artisanal fishing Fibre Boats constructed at the Kenya Shipyards Limited Kisumu. The County government plans to deploy them at major beaches in the area to enhance safety and boost blue economy. Credit: Chris Mahandara.

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Africa’s major currencies expected to remain stable amid slow activity in financial markets

Africa’s major currencies expected to remain stable amid slow activity in financial markets

Zambia’s kwacha is expected to be trade around its current levels but some analysts said it could gain further out as the economic outlook improves. On Thursday the kwacha was quoted at 24.39 per dollar from 24.45 a week ago.

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Kenya fisheries institute establishes farmer training centre in Kakamega as blue economy takes root

Kenya fisheries institute establishes farmer training centre in Kakamega as blue economy takes root

KMFRI is seeking partnerships for technical support from China, Philippines, Canada, United States of America (USA) and Israel that have similar facilities for provision of expert technical assistance and training.

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