A trailblazing Ugandan championing women in African fisheries: Q&A with Lovin Kobusingye
Lovin Kobusingye, a Ugandan entrepreneur and advocate, highlights the challenges faced by women in Africa's fisheries, including displacement from traditional fishing areas and lack of recognition in fisheries management. She emphasizes the critical role women play in processing, trading, and supporting households through income from fisheries. Kobusingye calls for greater inclusion of women in decision-making processes to ensure equitable policies and investments in the sector. Her work through Kati Farms Ltd aims to support and empower women in the fisheries value chain.
Lovin Kobusingye, a Ugandan entrepreneur and advocate, highlights the challenges faced by women in Africa's fisheries, including displacement by coastal developments and lack of recognition in fisheries management.
Women play a crucial role in Africa's fisheries economies, yet their contributions are often overlooked, affecting their access to resources, investment, and decision-making.
This story underscores the importance of including women's voices in environmental and economic planning, offering a path toward more equitable and sustainable coastal development.
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