Angola - Artisanal Fisheries Development Project

The Artisanal Fisheries Development Project aims to boost fish landing from 7,900 MT to 15,500 MT at the targeted coastal sites. It will also improve the living conditions of around 24,000 fishers folk, acquire services for fishing communities and develop regional fish trade and enhance better quality products. The proposed project is a high priority in the poverty reduction strategy of the Government. It is in line with the National Fisheries Master Plan and is consistent with the Bank’s vision as well as the interim CSP for Angola. The project will develop ten coastal fishing sites in remote areas by promoting artisanal fisheries activities. To enhance fish marketing, it will rehabilitate fish sale points at three major towns, namely Namibe, Luanda and Cabinda. The project will support fisheries institutions and train beneficiaries. The project has four main components, namely: A) infrastructure development, B) capacity building, C) rural credit and D) project management.