Uganda - Fisheries Development Project

The Fisheries Development Project (FDP) addresses the issues of poverty reduction and food security in Uganda. In this context, the Government of Uganda attaches high priority to the development of both capture fisheries and aquaculture. The project comprises five components. The Fish Quality Assurance component involves the development of 30 fish landing centers, upgrading of 21 fish markets, improved monitoring, control and surveillance and establishment of a fish quality laboratory. The Aquaculture Research and Development component covers research into fish feeds, breeding, production systems and hybridization. Aquaculture development is geared towards the establishment of regional fish fry production and demonstration centers as well as transfer of improved technology. The fisheries credit fund component will provide credit for fisheries production, trade and processing. The capacity building component covers technical assistance, staff and beneficiary training. The Project Coordination component aims at overall project coordination. The total cost including contingencies is estimated at UA 25.516 million (Ushs 54.791 billion).