The Uganda parliamentary forum for fisheries has pledged to work with the minister of fisheries  in ensuring that the fisheries sector is improved  and illegal fishing is stopped.

Speaking to the press in response to a request from the minister of fisheries Ruth Nankabirwa, the chairman of the forum Dr.  Lulume Bayiga gave assurance to the minister that her letter to the forum will be positively reciprocated.

The fisheries forum says while stumping down on illegal fishing, there is need to improve the fisheries sector to ensure the there is more productivity.

They say the fishing industry should not be for export alone but also for local consumption.

The chairman adds that there is a move to push for a separate vote for fisheries in the ministry so that it manages the affairs of fisheries independently.

Lulume adds that the fishing industry could make big returns in revenue only if it were well handled and well funded in terms of expertise and improvement of staffing.

Ultimate Media