Tanzania Sends Zambian Fishermen Home

The government has decided to repatriate over 20 illegal fishermen from Zambia instead for charging them locally.

Tanzania: State to Repatriate Illegal Fishermen

Tanzania Daily News, 27 December 2012

AUTHORITIES in Rukwa Region have opted to repatriate 28 illegal fishermen to Zambia instead of charging them in the country's courts. read more »

Woman walks past fish laid out (file photo): Illegal fishing rampant in Tanzania waters.

Tanzania: Save Environment, Fishermen Told

Tanzania Daily News, 26 December 2012

FISHERMEN in Zanzibar have been urged to avoid unnecessary conflicts, and use of unwanted equipment should they need to save the environment. read more »
Zambia: 28 Fishermen 'Netted' in Tanzania

The Times of Zambia, 19 December 2012

Twenty -eight Zambian fishermen have been arrested by Tanzanian police for allegedly straying into the neighbouring country, police spokesperson Elizabeth Kanjela has said. read more »
Tanzania: Police Nab 28 Illegal Fishermen in Rukwa

Tanzania Daily News, 19 December 2012

MARINE Police Unit has arrested 28 illegal fishermen from neighbouring Zambia for entering and fishing at Kasanga village along the shores of Lake Tanganyika in Kalambo District, ... read more »

InFocus

Pollution Threatens Fish in Tanzania Lake

Several fish species in Lake Victoria will become extinct if measures are not taken to correct environmental damage of the lake, researchers say. Read more »
- Tanzania: Pollution Threatens Fish in Lake Victoria
- Tanzania: Dar es Salaam Intensifies Security in Tanzanian Waters
Illegal Fishing a Big Issue in Tanzania

Government says despite noticeable achievements in reducing illegal fishing by foreign vessels, a lack of support from leaders in Zanzibar continues to be a challenge. Read more »
- Tanzania: Illegal Fishing in Zanzibar Still a Big Headache
- Tanzania: Illegal Fishing Still Haunts Zanzibar

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