Kampala — Plans are underway to start registering boats and fishermen operating on lakes, according to the fisheries state minister, Fred Mukisa.
Speaking at a workshop at Kumi Hotel, Mukisa said overfishing and the use of illegal gear had depleted fish stocks. He pointed out that Parliament was discussing his recommendations.
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