The Ministry of Fisheries and Blue Economy of Jubaland (MoFBE-JL), in collaboration with the World Food Programme (WFP), successfully conducted a one-day community workshop focused on the nutritional value of fish and the fight against childhood malnutrition. The training brought together 40 women participants from various Jubaland Fisheries Cooperatives, aiming to build their capacity in…
Ministry of Fisheries and Blue Economy of Jubaland Holds Consultation Meeting with Key Stakeholders The Ministry of Fisheries and Blue Economy of Jubaland (MoFBE-JL) successfully convened a consultation meeting at Agan Hotel in Kismayo to engage with key stakeholders on important sectoral issues. The meeting, which brought together 30 participants, was designed to facilitate…
The Ministry of Fisheries and Blue Economy of Jubaland (MoFBE), with support from the World Food Programme (WFP), has successfully concluded a 10-day training on Registration, Monitoring, and Evaluation (MEL) for its staff in Kismayo. This training equipped 12 ministry staff with critical skills in data collection, performance monitoring, and evaluation, preparing them for deployment…
The Ministry of Fisheries and Blue Economy (MOFBE) of Jubaland, in partnership with Secours Islamique France (SIF), has handed over six repaired fishing boats to six fisheries cooperatives in Jubaland. This initiative aims to enhance the fishing capacity and improve the livelihoods of the cooperatives involved, contributing to sustainable food security in the region. The…
The Ministry of Fisheries and Blue Economy, in collaboration with Secours Islamique France (SIF), distributed essential fishing equipment to six fisheries cooperatives in Jubaland. The distributed items include outboard machines, fishing nets, cooler boxes, and GPS units, all aimed at enhancing the capacity of local fishermen. This initiative is part of the Strengthening Livelihood Resilience…
The Deputy Minister of the Ministry of Fisheries and Blue Economy of Jubaland, Hon. Mohamed Omar Bunu, had the pleasure of welcoming a distinguished delegation from the Food and Agriculture Organization (FAO) Led by representatives from the Federal Ministry of Fisheries and blue economy of Somalia. The delegation’s visit marks a significant milestone in the…
The Somali Women’s Fish Fair, held today in Mogadishu, highlighted the significant role women play in Somalia’s fishing industry. The event, organized by the Ministry of Fisheries and Blue Economy of Somalia, and saw active participation from various regions, including Jubaland. Notably, Fisheries Cooperative from Kismayo showcased their impressive skills in fish value-added, underscoring their…
The Ministry of Fisheries and Blue Economy of Jubaland, through its Department of Marine Environment, successfully organized an International Coastal Cleaning Day along the Kismayo coastline. This significant initiative was led by Marine Environment Director Ahmed Ali Omar and carried out in collaboration with Jubaland Fisheries Cooperatives. The event focused on addressing the growing problem…
The Minister of Fisheries and Blue Economy, His Excellency Ahmed Hassan Omar, welcomed Mr. Etienne Petershmit, the Country Representative for the Food and Agriculture Organization (FAO) in Somalia, during his visit to Kismayo. This meeting took place against the backdrop of ongoing efforts to bolster the local fishing industry and improve the livelihoods of fishing…
On August 19, 2024, Mr. Ahmed Hassan Omar, the Minister of Fisheries and the Blue Economy of Jubaland, attended a commemoration of World Humanitarian Day in Kismayo, organized by the Ministry of Humanitarian Affairs and Disaster Management of Jubaland State, in collaboration with the NGO Consortium Somalia. The event recognized the vital role played by…
