Did you know that Kenya’s fish farming sector has the potential to produce over 300,000 metric tonnes of fish annually, yet currently, it only produces around 18,000 metric tonnes? (according to Kenya Marine and Fisheries Research Institute (KMFRI) and the Food and Agriculture Organization (FAO).
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Meet Dave Okech Okech, the Founder and Chief Imagination Officer of AquaRech LTD, who is transforming the fish farming industry in Kenya. Aquarech is Kenya’s first fish farming platform that enable fish farmers, fish feed manufacturers, and fish Traders to trade and build trusting long-lasting partnerships.
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The business is actively addressing the critical challenges that fish farmers face, from lack of access to high-quality feeds and technical expertise, to the need for financing and streamlined market systems.​
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In this insightful interview, Dave shares how his innovative solutions are making a real impact:​
✔Blended financing products to transition farmers from subsistence to profitability.​
✔Climate-smart agriculture practices using IoT-powered sensors to optimise production.​
✔Market access initiatives that ensure farmers can sell their produce effectively.​
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At GrowthAfrica, we believe in supporting entrepreneurs like Dave, a beneficiary of project CEASE (Circular Economy Accelerator & Solutions Enabling) who are driving sustainable and inclusive growth in the agriculture sector. Watch the full video to learn how these initiatives are reshaping the future of fish farming in Kenya and beyond!​