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Fishermen in Kenya reap benefits of the blue economy

Wagema Mwangi

December 05, 2019 |

Earth Journalism Network |

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Response Location: Kenya, Kuruwito

The Kuruwito Conservation and Welfare Association, a community group created after a decrease in fish population threatened the local economy in Kuruwito village, has become a leader in marine conservation. The group worked to ban fishing in certain areas to protect an endangered zone, and it has been a complete success, with groups all over Kenya seeking to replicate the community-based model for supporting marine life.

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