Populations in Africa are growing rapidly, with Kenya’s alone expected to double by 2065. With this growth will come an increased demand for food, and crucially, the protein necessary to feed the growing population. Kenya is home to Africa’s largest freshwater lake – Victoria – which is the natural habitat of the tilapia species. With an abundance of the necessary natural farming conditions for tilapia, Kenya has the potential to greatly benefit from the growth of freshwater aquaculture. The growth of the sector has the potential to generate up to 702 million low-carbon, protein rich meals and create employment.

To find out more about the development of the sector, check out the Daily Nation Seeds of Gold feature article.