Rio Fish empowers Kenyan women through aquaculture in Homa Bay

KENYA – Rio Fish is actively stocking fingerlings at its farm in Sare Beach, focusing on supporting new women’s groups. 

This initiative aims to address the economic challenges faced by women in marginalized communities, promoting both gender equality and food security.

The project is designed to create economic opportunities for women involved in aquaculture, contributing to community development and sustainable livelihoods. 

The company has been quite busy this year. 

In July, the company revisited the Kaugege Women’s Group to acquire their freshly harvested fish, establishing a steady market for these women. 

This collaboration, facilitated by Echo Network Africa, has enhanced their incomes while reducing post-harvest losses.

The partnership with the Kaugege Women’s Group was part of the company’s commitment to integrating local women into Homa Bay’s fish value chain. 

By ensuring the complete purchase of their catch, these women can maintain their financial independence and stability.

As a for-profit organization, Rio Fish emphasizes sustainable practices in fish farming while focusing on empowering women and youth. 

The company’s innovative strategies have attracted significant backing in the industry.

In August, Rio Fish partnered with Sustainable Inclusive Business Kenya (SIB-K), a program under the Kenya Private Sector Alliance (KEPSA), to launch a pilot biogas plant project in Migori County. 

This initiative, part of the Sustainable Manufacturing and Environmental Pollution (SMEP) Programme, aims to convert fish waste into biogas.

In September, the company collaborated with the Kenya Marine and Fisheries Research Institute (KMFRI) to further sustainable aquaculture efforts and support Kenya’s Blue Economy. 

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