Fishermen
in the province of Nampula, particularly in the districts of Mugincual, Liúpo,
Angoche, Larde, and Moma, have been experiencing a sense of relief and
contentment in their fishing activities in recent days.
Unlike
previous years, when the government imposed a "fishing ban"
(temporary fishing prohibition) between November and March to protect marine
life and ensure the sustainability of marine resources, this year, fishermen
and their buyers are free to operate without intervention from maritime
authorities.
Traditionally,
during the fishing ban, authorities such as the National Maritime Institute
(Inamar), the coastal and riverine police (pclf), the Fishermen’s Community
Council (CCP), and the Maritime Transport Institute (intransmar), along with
other institutions, carried out strict inspections.
The
rule was that anyone found fishing or trading fish during this period would be
fined. However, since the beginning of this year, these inspections have been
absent, creating a climate of happiness among fishermen.
In the district of Liúpo, for example, since the country’s political situation led to protests and the withdrawal of authorities, inspections were also suspended. Some fishermen report that production has been good, but the scarcity of buyers is due to many people still not having returned because of the recent instability.
The
local chief has alerted the population, asking those with family members
outside the area due to the protests to return and present themselves to the
new chief to regularize their situation.
In
Quinga, one of the busiest fishing areas in the district of Liúpo, fishermen go
out to sea early in the morning and return around 10 AM, depending on tide
conditions.
Despite
the absence of inspection authorities like INAMAR and the maritime police, who
traditionally enforced the fishing ban, fishing remains intense, with species
like sharks and turtles being captured, which is prohibited by Mozambican law.
The
joy of fishermen and traders in the region is evident, especially in areas like
Quinga, where activity on the beach, waiting for fishing boats, is constant.
The
suspension of the ban and the absence of inspections have been a positive
factor for the local economy, although the sustainability of fishing practices
remains a relevant issue.
With
the political situation stabilizing, it is expected that buyers and traders
will strengthen the fish trade in the region, which will certainly bring more
development to the fishing districts of Nampula. (BP in Liúpo)
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