🎣 KNCC’s Conservation Efforts Bring Big Wins for Fishers in Kilombero Valley

Fishers report catching larger, healthier fish

The Kilombero North Catchment Conservation (KNCC) initiative is making waves—literally and figuratively—in the fishing zones of the Kilombero Valley. Thanks to targeted conservation strategies, local fishers are now reaping the rewards of healthier ecosystems and thriving fish populations.

Once threatened by illegal fishing, habitat degradation, and poor water management, the valley’s aquatic life is bouncing back. KNCC’s interventions—such as restoring breeding sites, enforcing sustainable fishing regulations, and engaging communities in environmental stewardship—have led to a noticeable increase in fish size and diversity. Fishers report catching larger, healthier fish, and some species that had nearly disappeared are now returning to the waters.

This success is more than just ecological—it’s economic. Improved catches mean better income for families who depend on fishing for their livelihoods. With KNCC’s support, communities are also learning how to balance conservation with productivity, ensuring that the valley’s resources remain abundant for generations to come.

The Kilombero Valley is once again proving that when nature is protected, people thrive. KNCC’s work stands as a model for how local action, scientific insight, and community collaboration can restore balance to vital ecosystems.