New officers of the National Fisheries and Aquaculture Office in the Democratic Republic of Congo
Recently appointed by the Head of State Félix-Antoine Tshisekedi Tshilombo, the new leaders of the National Fisheries and Aquaculture Office in the Democratic Republic of Congo have taken up their duties with the mission of reviving and developing the fisheries and aquaculture in the country.
This appointment comes within the framework of the reforms put in place by the Congolese government in order to enhance fish production, modernize the sector and guarantee the country’s food self-sufficiency. The National Fisheries and Aquaculture Office will play a key role in organizing the supply of fishing and aquaculture inputs, materials and equipment, the collection and distribution of fishery products, the establishment infrastructure and the promotion of the value chain linked to this sector.
During a meeting with the Minister of Fisheries and Livestock, Adrien Bokele Djema, the new ONPA officers expressed their commitment to working for the well-being of the Congolese people, following the vision of the President of the Republic. Their mission will also be to contribute to the processing and preservation of fishery products, to organize marketing and access to the market, and to participate in scientific research applied to fisheries and aquaculture.
This appointment follows a presidential order announced on national television on July 8, putting in place the new officers of the National Fisheries and Aquaculture Office. This initiative is part of the Congolese government’s desire to revitalize and develop the fishing and aquaculture sector to contribute to the country’s economic growth and improve the living conditions of the population.
In conclusion, the appointment of the new officers of the National Fisheries and Aquaculture Office in the Democratic Republic of Congo marks an important step in the revival and development of the fisheries and aquaculture sector in the country. Thanks to their commitment and their expertise, they will contribute to the promotion of this crucial sector for the food self-sufficiency and the economic development of the DRC