Fishing of Kawakawa and Donu ban lifted

The Ministry of Fisheries and Forestry has lifted the ban on the fishing of Kawakawa and Donu in the Fiji waters.

The ban was imposed by the Ministry to protect these fish during their spawning season and to prevent their population from being overfished.

In a statement by the Ministry of Fisheries and Forestry, they say Kawakawa and Donu are key components of coastal marine ecosystems and are highly valued as food and income.

They say if overfishing of these fishes continues in the long term without effective management, the overfished population will decline and the fishery will disappear.

Minister of Fisheries and Forestry Alitia Bainivalu acknowledged everyone for their support and commitment during the seasonal ban from June 1st to September 30th.

Bainivalu says with the support shown, the Ministry can effectively manage these vulnerable fish for the benefit of future generations.

Now that the ban has opened, the Minister has urged the public to implement good stewardship and fish responsibly and sustainably.