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When discussing barriers to aquaculture in Africa, the conversation often revolves around feed costs, access to quality seed, aquaculture infrastructure, or farmer training. While these are critical factors, there is an often underestimated issue that underpins the sector’s long-term viability: aquaculture legislation and regulatory frameworks. The Challenge: Outdated or Fragmented Aquaculture Policy in Africa Aquaculture …

LEGISLATION: THE HIDDEN BARRIER TO AQUACULTURE GROWTH IN AFRICA Read More »

In last month’s article, we explored why early profitability (rather than ambitious projections), should be the first milestone in aquaculture development. But achieving that milestone depends on more than just good design and technical inputs. It depends on knowledge. From hatchery to harvest, aquaculture is a knowledge-intensive enterprise. Success hinges not only on what systems …

Learning Before Scaling: Why Aquaculture Education Is Fundamental to Viability in Africa Read More »

In the drive to build a thriving aquaculture industry in Africa, scale is often seen as the ultimate goal. Ambitious projections, large capital asks, and high-tonnage targets are common. But in our experience at ACMS, the most successful aquaculture businesses – especially in emerging markets – don’t necessarily start big. They start smart. The Risk …

Why Early Profitability Matters in African Aquaculture Read More »

Aquaculture in Africa is growing rapidly, but behind the headlines of expansion lies a more complex reality. Across the continent, fish farmers face increasingly unpredictable challenges: from climate variability and input price volatility to limited access to finance and rising market competition. Yet while many support efforts focus on improving technical skills like feeding or …

EDUCATION AS RISK MANAGEMENT IN AFRICAN AQUACULTURE Read More »