African countries lack ability to exploit, protect resources
Fishermen unload a catch at Remba Island on Lake Victoria. Africa, unlike European and Asian regions, still needs huge financial inputs for the development of Blue Economy. PHOTO | BARACK ODUOR | NMG
Marine security, overfishing, dumping of toxic waste, piracy and unregulated mining topped the agenda of the Sustainable Blue Economy Conference in Nairobi this past week, with participants saying fixing these issues would accelerate economic growth.
The over 15,000 delegates agreed that enhanced marine security will boost the Blue Economy, create jobs and help in the fight against poverty.
