Tanzania, Uganda among top fishing nations

Fishermen haul in their catch in deep seas. Overfishing is depleting Lake Victoria waters of fish. FILE

Two East African countries have entered the ranks of the world’s top fishing nations and concerns that the region faces a major decline in fish production due to indiscriminate fishing practices.

Uganda and Tanzania recently entered the big league in fish production, a pointer that the activity is fast becoming a vital source of livelihood, nutrition and economic opportunities in the region.