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Fisheries (Restriction on Trawling in Lake Victoria) Regulations (G.N. No. 139 of 1975).

Country/Territory
United Republic of Tanzania
Document type
Regulation
Date
1975
Source
FAO, FAOLEX
Subject
Fisheries
Keyword
Inland fisheries Fishing gear/fishing method Fishery management and conservation
Geographical area
Africa, Eastern Africa, Least Developed Countries
Abstract

These Regulations prohibit carrying out any fishing activity by use of trawl or otherwise engage in trawling in Lake Victoria – (a) in waters of depth of 20 metres or less; (b) in any bay, full or inlet of the lake, without consent in writing of the Director of Fisheries.

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References - Legislation

Implements

Fisheries Act, 2003 (No. 22 of 2003).

Legislation | United Republic of Tanzania | 2003

Keyword: Framework law, Marine fisheries, Inland fisheries, Fishery management and conservation, Institution, Aquaculture, Fishing gear/fishing method, Seasons, Size, Foreign fishing, Enforcement/compliance, Processing/handling, Offences/penalties, Traditional rights/customary rights, Fishing authorization, Fish disease, Animal health, Authorization/permit

Source: FAO, FAOLEX

Repealed by

Fisheries Regulations, 2005.

Legislation | United Republic of Tanzania | 2005

Keyword: Marine pollution, Marine fisheries, Inland fisheries, Aquaculture, Mariculture, Fishing vessel, Registration, International trade, Alien species, Fish disease, Fishing gear/fishing method, Foreign fishing, Monitoring, Fishing authorization, Stock enhancement/repopulation, Protection of species, Offences/penalties, Fishery management and conservation, Animal health, Authorization/permit, Food quality control/food safety, Fish products, Inspection, Packaging/labelling, Transport/storage, Processing/handling, HACCP, Cartilaginous fishes, Freshwater pollution, Sustainable development, Pollution control

Source: FAO, FAOLEX