Africa Must Close Supply Gaps and Leverage AfCFTA to Boost Fish Trade, Ghanaian Minister Says
Africa Must Close Supply Gaps and Leverage AfCFTA to Boost Fish Trade, Ghanaian Minister Says
The continent contributes only 2% to the global commercial fish market due to infrastructural deficits and supply bottlenecks, Minister for Fisheries and Aquaculture Emelia Arthur told Sputnik Africa at the FishGov2 Dialogue in Addis Ababa.
Key insights from the minister:
🟠Infrastructure and Traceability: Africa must invest in cold-chain systems and traceability to prove sustainability to international buyers.
🟠Addressing Supply Gaps: While Ghana produces only half of its annual 1.2 million tonnes of fish consumption, it aims to close the gap through aquaculture and combating illegal fishing.
🟠Tackling Aquaculture Costs: To combat expensive feed, Ghana is developing cheaper alternatives.
🟠Leveraging AfCFTA: Expanding beyond Ghana's 30 million people to a market of 1.4 billion will attract investment and reduce reliance on imported seafood.
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