Sustainable Fisheries for a Prosperous Future
Empowering Communities Through Responsible Aquaculture
Join us in our mission to effectively manage and utilize the shared fisheries and aquaculture resources of Lake Edward and Lake Albert, fostering economic growth and improved livelihoods.
United for Sustainable Fisheries and Natural Resource Management
Welcome to the LEAFAO
The Republic of Uganda and the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC) established a framework for bilateral cooperation following the signing of the agreement establishing the Joint Permanent Commission (JPC) in 1986. Under the auspices of Joint Permanent Commission, Both Countries signed Bilateral Fisheries Agreement (BFA) on 20th October 2018. This agreement established a collaboration framework to ensure sustained fisheries resources management and other relevant natural resources in the lakes Edward and Albert and their basin, for the benefit of both Countries. In this agreement both Countries agreed to establish an Organisation that will enable this cooperation framework with one shared vision and mission.
Our Vision
Economically sustainable and profitable fisheries and aquaculture of the lakes Edward and Albert and their basin.
Our Misson
To harmonise fisheries and aquaculture management regimes for economic transformation of the communities in the basin
Our Organisation Objectives
To ensure the conservation, management and sustainable use of the fisheries and other relevant natural resources of Lakes Edward and Albert and their basin, and to provide harmonized measures and standards for fisheries and aquaculture development.
Community Impact
Celebrating Sustainable Fishing and Aquaculture
Our Impact
We are proud of the positive changes we have brought to the region through our dedicated efforts in sustainable fishing and aquaculture.