Fishermen on Cape West Coast benefit from SANParks training
The initiative is part of SANParks' Vision 2040 programme aimed at helping livelihoods.
Small-scale fishing cooperatives and businesses along the Cape West Coast have received a significant boost through a SANParks skills development initiative. The program, part of SANParks' Vision 2040, has trained 20 fishermen from Saldanha Bay and surrounding areas in skippers’ competency and business planning. SANParks spokesperson JP Louw highlighted the initiative as a commitment to building sustainable livelihoods, strengthening local enterprises, and expanding access to sustainable economic opportunities.
In addition to the training, SANParks has provided fishing equipment to the cooperatives and continues to support their participation in the fishing value chain. Local MSMEs are being assisted in building business capacity and accessing procurement and broader market opportunities.
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