Worrying decline of fish in the Congo River: Evidence from a site in Tshopo Province

Key messages

  • Evidence shows severe decline in many fish species in site along the Congo River in Tshopo Province
  • Fish are essential sources of nutrients in local diets and important for livelihoods
  • Urgent need for better management of fisheries before problem becomes even worse
  • Any management solution will depend on active participation of the fishers themselves
Authors

Busanga, A.K.,Castello, L.,Ickowitz, A.

Publication year

2023

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