Minister for Fisheries and Forestry, Osea Naiqamu has reiterated the need for people to refrain from buying or selling Grade‑A fish kawakawa and donu during the peak breeding months.
During the inaugural of 4FJ Campaign Ball whereby Fijians are urged not to buy or sell critically endangered groupers kawakawa and donu from June to September, Naiqamu applauded the civil society, private sector, Government, religious organisations, fishermen and community members for the successful campaign.
Naiqamu stressed that the Ministry of Fisheries will continue to monitor the buying or selling of kawakawa and donu in order to maintain healthy reefs and fisheries as well as to support food and income needs of Fijians.
SeaWeb Asia Pacific Executive Director, Scott Radway says the 4FJ campaign to conserve Grade‑A fish kawakawa and donu is a journey to partner with people and turn this momentum into long‑term benefits for communities that depend on these fish.
Radway says will continue the efforts to raise funds and create awareness about these endangered fish across the country.
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