by Masifundise | Dec 4, 2014 | Discussion Papers, Media Statements, Policy Process, Small-scale Fishing
2014: a memorable year for small-scale fishers Like most years, 2014 had its challenges and opportunities, ebbs and flows, hardships and victories. For Masifundise and Coastal Links South Africa, the year will be remembered as a significant one in our ongoing struggle...
by Masifundise | Dec 1, 2014 | Discussion Papers, Latest News, Media Statements, Policy Process, Small-scale Fishing
The Hook 26 November 2014 Interim Relief Permits – An uphill battle Persistent flaws in the Interim Relief system are playing havoc with the lives of thousands of people in Small-scale fishing communities across the Western and Northern Cape. The late issuing of...
by Masifundise | Nov 26, 2014 | Discussion Papers, Media Statements, Small-scale Fishing
The Masifundise and Coastal Links gender workshop ended on a high note last week. 35 women from the four coastal provinces in South Africa were brought together to discuss Ocean Grabbing. The discussions were centred on taking action against Ocean Grabbing. They also...
by Masifundise | Nov 20, 2014 | Discussion Papers, Latest News, Media Statements, Policy Process, Small-scale Fishing, Uncategorized
12 November 2014 Call for comments on Dwesa Cwebe MPA Draft Regulations On 4 November, The Department of Environmental Affairs (DEA) gazetted draft regulations for the Dwesa- Cwebe Marine Protected Area for public comment. Those who wish to submit presentations and/or...
by Masifundise | Nov 13, 2014 | Discussion Papers, Media Statements, Small-scale Fishing
Doring Bay Abalone Farm Launched Today,13 November was the launch day of the Doring Bay Abalone Farm in Doring Bay, Western Cape. The event was hosted by the Western Cape Aquaculture Development Initiative (WCADI) together with the Matsikama Municipality. As part of...
