Freetown, April 23, 2025 — In a significant stride towards sustainable fisheries management, the Russian research vessel ATLANTNIRO was warmly received at the Queen Elizabeth II Quay in Freetown. The event was graced by key figures including the Honorable Minister of Fisheries and Marine Resources, Princess Dugba Bio; Acting Director of Fisheries, Sheku Sei; Permanent...
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Comprehensive Report on the 2025 Artisanal Fishing Closed Season in Sierra Leone
Introduction In February 2025, the Ministry of Fisheries and Marine Resources (MFMR) of Sierra Leone, under the leadership of Hon. Minister Mrs. Princess Dugba, implemented a nationwide Artisanal Fishing Closed Season. This initiative, supported by the Acting Director of Fisheries, the Permanent Secretary, MFMR staff, and the Fishermen Consortium, aimed to replenish fish stocks and...
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STAKEHOLDERS STRENGTHEN COLLABORATION, COORDINATION AND COMMUNICATION ON THE IMPLEMENTATION OF FISH HARBOUR.
Following a signing agreement between the government of Sierra Leone and the People’s Republic of China, a one- day Stakeholders Town Hall Meeting, aimed at deepening collaboration, coordination and communication on the implementation of a modern Fish Harbour Project has ended at Black Johnson Community, Western Area Rural District in Freetown. Organized by the Ministry...
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CHINA’S HEAD OF AFRICA AFFAIRS VISITS FISH HARBOUR PROJECT SITE
FREETOWN, 8TH NOVEMBER, 2024-(MFMR). The Director General of the Department of the Department of Foreign Affairs in the People’s Republic of China and Secretary General of the Chinese Follow-up Committee of the Forum on China- Africa Cooperation (FOCAC) Du Xiaohui has, registered his government’s unwavering commitment to collaborating fully with the government of Sierra...
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BLACK JOHNSON FISH HARBOUR PROJECT ATTRACTS MORE FOREIGN INVESTORS
As the penultimate stage in the implementation of the Chinese funded Modern Fish Harbor Project at Black Johnson Community draws closer, foreign investors continue to manifest their interests in the project. Among them was the President and Chief Executive Officer of Hidier Group International Holdings Limited based in Hong Kong, Hardy Zhang who on Monday...
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MFMR, WORLD BANK, EMBASSY OF ICELAND DEVELOP VISION AND ROADMAP FOR SIERRA LEONE’S FISHERIES SECTOR.
The Ministry of Fisheries and Marine Resources with support from the World Bank and Embassy of Iceland in Sierra Leone has organized a two-day Retreat with the objective of developing a Strategic Vision and Roadmap for the development of the fisheries sector in Sierra Leone. The programme which was held at the MOZZA Beach Resort, York...
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MFMR, WORLD BANK, EMBASSY OF ICELAND DEVELOP VISION AND ROADMAP FOR SIERRA LEONE’S FISHERIES SECTOR.
The Ministry of Fisheries and Marine Resources with support from the World Bank and Embassy of Iceland in Sierra Leone has organized a two-day Retreat with the objective of developing a Strategic Vision and Roadmap for the development of the fisheries sector in Sierra Leone. The programme which was held at the MOZZA Beach Resort, York...
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MINISTRY OF FISHERIES AND PARTNERS CELEBRATE WORLD FOOD DAY
The Ministry of Fisheries and Marine Resources, has on Wednesday, 16th October 2024, joined other development partners to celebrate this Year’s World Food Day in Kailahun Town Field, Eastern Province. Themed, “Right to foods for better life and a better future” the two days event which coincided with the 1st Anniversary of the FEED SALONE ...
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MFMR IN COLLABORATION WITH GOAL-SIERRA LEONE LAUNCHES BLUE ECONOMY PROJECT TO ENHANCE RESILIENCE OF RURAL COMMUNITIES
In a momentous gathering at the Bintumani Hotel hall, the launch of the Enhanced Resilience of Rural Communities through Women-Led Conservation, Financial Inclusion, and Livelihood Diversification project by GOAL-Sierra Leone transpired amidst notable dignitaries and partners. shedding light on crucial issues and emphasizing the pivotal role of women in driving economic progress and sustainable development.*...