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STRIVING FOR SUSTAINABILITY TO CONTINUE FISHING IN THE FUTURE

STRIVING FOR SUSTAINABILITY
TO CONTINUE FISHING IN THE FUTURE

Our seas are the lifeblood of our planet. The Responsible Fisheries Alliance (RFA) was established in 2009 to unite forces for the sustainable management of our fisheries through the support of the World Wide Fund for Nature (WWF).

TOGETHER FOR THE OCEANS
TOGETHER FOR THE FUTURE

Our vision

Like-minded organisations work together to ensure the health of marine ecosystems that underpin a resilient seafood industry in South Africa.

TOGETHER FOR THE OCEANS.
TOGETHER FOR THE FUTURE.

Our Vision

Like-minded organisations work together to ensure the health of marine ecosystems that underpin a resilient seafood industry in South Africa.

OUR KEY STRATEGIC OBJECTIVES

Ecosystem approach to fisheries (EAF)

High-quality
fisheries data

High-quality
fisheries research

Responsible
fisheries training

Fisheries policy
and governance

OUR KEY STRATEGIC OBJECTIVES

Ecosystem approach to fisheries (EAF)

High-quality fisheries data

High-quality fisheries research

Responsible fisheries training

Fisheries policy and governance

MAKING A DIFFERENCE
ONE PROJECT AT A TIME

Discover our key initiatives that aim to significantly improve marine conservation and promote responsible fishing practices.

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Ecosystem Approach to Fisheries (EAF) Workshop Phase 1

Ecosystem issues remain inadequately addressed across sectors, highlighting the need for a formal “EAF Champion” and structured oversight to advance EAF.

READ HERE
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An Ecosystem-level Status Report For the Southern Benguela Fisheries

Biomass, catch, and inverse fishing pressure increased slightly, while fish lifespan & predator proportion declined significantly; trophic level and mean length showed minor declines.

READ HERE

MAKING A DIFFERENCE
ONE PROJECT AT A TIME

Discover our key initiatives that aim to significantly improve marine conservation and promote responsible fishing practices.

RG and B2019.jpg
RG and B2019.jpg

An Ecosystem-level Status Report for Southern Benguela Fisheries

Biomass, catch, and inverse fishing pressure increased slightly, while fish lifespan & predator proportion declined significantly; trophic level and mean length showed minor declines.

READ HERE
RG and B2019.jpg
RG and B2019.jpg

An Ecosystem Approach to Fisheries (EAF) Workshop Phase 1

Ecosystem issues remain inadequately addressed across sectors, highlighting the need for a formal “EAF Champion” and structured oversight to advance EAF.

READ HERE
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EXCHANGING KNOWLEDGE THROUGH RESPONSIBLE FISHERIES TRAINING

We provide training for fishers and compliance officers to better understand marine ecosystems, the central elements of sustainable fisheries management and market influence.

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