Dealers call for harmonised EAC fishing regulations
Cross-border fish traders in East Africa are calling for harmonized regional regulations to address harassment and non-tariff barriers. The traders highlighted that these obstacles are severely impacting their livelihoods despite their tax contributions.
Why it matters
Addressing these trade barriers is essential for the economic empowerment of women and youth in the East African fisheries sector.
Cross-border fish traders in Uganda, South Sudan, Kenya and the Democratic Republic of Congo are decrying persistent harassment, repeated impoundment of fish consignments despite clearance, costly non-tariff barriers and sexual exploitation, warning that these challenges are crippling their businesses despite paying taxes.
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