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Participation of women in fish trade: a case study of Tanzania.

The study examined the participation of women in the fish trade at Mwaloni International Fish Market and Igombe landing sites. Trade along fish value chain (actual fishing, processing, trading and transportation) was investigated including how and to what extent gender and cultural values constrain their participation. Data were obtained from six case studies and through interview of 100 women fish traders. Results indicate that women need to be encouraged, financially empowered and given opportunities to participate in fish trade to improve their livelihoods.

By: Mary Njeri Kinyanjui & others

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