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In Tanzania, 11 out of 25 mainland regions rely on oceans, rivers, and lakes for survival. Fisheries-related activities support over 4 million people, providing income and food security. However, population pressure and climate change are accelerating habitat loss, depleting fish stocks, increasing aquatic pollution, and threatening the livelihoods of coastal and lacustrine communities. Without urgent intervention, these ecosystems—and the people who depend on them—face irreversible decline.
Aqua-Farms Organization is committed to restoring marine and freshwater ecosystems, promoting environmentally friendly and economically competitive aquaculture, and enhancing sustainable fisheries. Through research-driven conservation, youth and women empowerment, and community-led solutions, hence ensuring a thriving blue economy that balances human well-being with aquatic biodiversity. We are safeguarding our waters and creating a resilient future for generations to come.
For many coastal communities, especially small-scale seaweed farmers, financial exclusion and adverse climate change impacts have long been barriers to growth. Rising sea temperatures,
How Aqua-Farms is Addressing Climate Change Along Tanzania’s Coast In 2024, global temperatures reached unprecedented highs, surpassing the critical 1.5°C warming threshold. This alarming development
The Africa Fair Seaweed Finance Facility (AFSFF) is an initiative that aims to transform East Africa’s coastal seaweed farming sector through Climate financing using the
Join hands with conservationists focusing on the sustainable use of rivers, lakes, and oceans for livelihood improvements and food security. It is your time now to take action and firm the Blue economy for the societies in Tanzania.
