Food security
Beatrice Gorez
New report from Changing Markets Foundation ...

The research presents evidence that this production for use of global aquaculture supply chains is precipitating the collapse of stocks and compromising food security

New report from Changing Markets Foundation highlights the catastrophe provoked by fishmeal factories in The Gambia

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CAOPA celebrates World Fisheries Day and commmits to work for sustainable small-scale fisheries

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CAOPA celebrates World Fisheries Day and commmits to work for sustainable small-scale fisheries

As part of the launch of the International Year of Artisanal Fisheries and Aquaculture, African artisanal fisheries organisations and their partners met in Saly (Senegal) for a three-day workshop on the issues of access to the resource, governance and sustainability, and the blue economy.

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"Small in scale, big in value", IYAFA is officially launched!

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"Small in scale, big in value", IYAFA is officially launched!

The official launch ceremony of the International Year of Artisanal Fisheries and Aquaculture took place on Friday 19 November, two days before World Fisheries Day, through a webinar in which several speakers provided their visions and expectations for this year.

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When the fish do not turn up: seeing the concrete signs of climate change

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When the fish do not turn up: seeing the concrete signs of climate change

In this article published originally in French on the website of the Ivory Coast women fish processors cooperative (USCOFEP-CI), looks at the effects of climate change and the warming of water on the artisanal fisheries catches.

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The EU: “The increased demand for feed for aquaculture should not deprive local communities of nutrition security and livelihoods”

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The EU: “The increased demand for feed for aquaculture should not deprive local communities of nutrition security and livelihoods”

In a webinar on transforming aquatic food systems, organized by FAO, the EU and OACPS, participants underscore the important role of sustainable artisanal fisheries value chains for achieving the Sustainable Development Goals.

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“By coming together, we have been able to make women’s voices heard”

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“By coming together, we have been able to make women’s voices heard”

In a webinar on mainstreaming gender for Sustainable Fisheries Development strategies, Micheline Dion, in charge of women’s program of CAOPA, talks about the challenges and successes in shedding light on women’s contribution and needs.

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The French, the third largest consumers of seafood in Europe, are unaware of the harmful impacts of aquaculture

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The French, the third largest consumers of seafood in Europe, are unaware of the harmful impacts of aquaculture

The new report “Dans les mailles du filet” from Changing Markets foundation ranks eight French retailers on how they are addressing the sustainability implications of the farmed seafood they sell.

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In Abidjan, women in the artisanal fishing sector offer work to young people

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In Abidjan, women in the artisanal fishing sector offer work to young people

To prevent young people from turning to illicit activities such as drug trafficking, or taking the perilous route of migration, fishmongers and processors have sought to find a place for them in the industry, unloading catches and preparing the fish.

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Spending the night in the open : The Kouléwondy community continues to use the destroyed fish landing site

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Spending the night in the open : The Kouléwondy community continues to use the destroyed fish landing site

One year later, the conflict opposing Hotel Noom to the fishermen and women processors after their eviction from the landing site is at a standstill.

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Affordable social housing to improve the living conditions of women fish processors in Côte d'Ivoire

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Affordable social housing to improve the living conditions of women fish processors in Côte d'Ivoire

The USCOFEP-CI cooperative has signed an agreement with a property developer for the construction of 500 units that will be put up for rent-purchase for the affiliated women, with the possibility of purchase over 10 to 13 years.

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Fight against the installation of a steel plant in Bargny: Women fish processors change their strategy

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Fight against the installation of a steel plant in Bargny: Women fish processors change their strategy

The project of the company Tosyali Holding Senegal, of Turkish origin, is likely to lead to the displacement of at least 20 families and put an end to the economic activity of hundreds of women involved in the processing of fish products and agriculture.

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European and African artisanal fishermen's organisations denounce their marginalisation

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European and African artisanal fishermen's organisations denounce their marginalisation

On the occasion of World Fisheries Day, the declarations of the Collectif Pêche et Développement and the African Confederation of Artisanal Fishing Organisations agree in their demand to implement the FAO Voluntary Guidelines.

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Stranded for months due to Covid-19, Mauritian fishers are now stuck between polluted waters and insufficient support

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Stranded for months due to Covid-19, Mauritian fishers are now stuck between polluted waters and insufficient support

This in-depth article explains the impacts of the Wakashio oil spill on small-scale fisheries and calls for more inclusion and participation of local coastal communities in decision-making processes of post-Covid recovery.

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USCOFEP-CI's refrigerated container guarantees a continuous supply of fish to Abdijan

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USCOFEP-CI's refrigerated container guarantees a continuous supply of fish to Abdijan

This 40-foot container was purchased by the women fish processor cooperative of Côte d'Ivoire thanks to a fund set up under the EU-Côte d'Ivoire fisheries agreement.

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Concrete measures to improve working conditions in small-scale fisheries in Senegal

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Concrete measures to improve working conditions in small-scale fisheries in Senegal

The local sector welcomes some innovative initiatives and the ratification of ILO C188, but continues to call for the strengthening of working conditions throughout the sector, especially for women who are not covered by the Convention.

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"This is the first time fishing communities are seeing a concrete positive impact of the agreement with the European Union"

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"This is the first time fishing communities are seeing a concrete positive impact of the agreement with the European Union"

Through a fund set up under the EU-Côte d'Ivoire SFPA, the women fish processor cooperative purchased a refrigerated container and placed it in San Pedro, a fish-producing area in the west of the country, which lacked conservation facilities and where large quantities of artisanal fisheries landings were lost as a result.

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Hard hit by the Covid-19 crisis, Ivorian women in artisanal fisheries also see it as an opportunity to address long postponed issues

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Hard hit by the Covid-19 crisis, Ivorian women in artisanal fisheries also see it as an opportunity to address long postponed issues

After weeks of meetings with national authorities and partners, USCOFEP-CI suggests a plan to improve living and working conditions for women fish processors, and asks for some of the EU Sustainable Fisheries Partnership Agreement (SFPA) sectoral support funds to be redirected to the fight against Covid-19.

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African artisanal fishermen call for measures to help them cope with the COVID-19 epidemic

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African artisanal fishermen call for measures to help them cope with the COVID-19 epidemic

CAOPA sent a letter to their fisheries ministers, to international and regional organisations, to several MEPs and to the EU representation in Dakar reminding them of the importance of the sector for food security.