There is one almost completely untouched body of water on our planet - a magical place where majestic blue whales, penguins, and mysterious squid roam free. But this paradise - the size of Germany, France and the UK combined - could soon be lost. Hunters have already massacred thousands of endangered whales in Antarctica’s Ross Sea, now massive industrial fishing fleets want … [Read more...]
Sights set on more sustainable future for African oceans
Fisheries leaders from across government, NGOs and industry gathered in Cape Town on World Food Day, 16 October, to discuss solutions to over fishing. The meeting marks the first time that the Marine Stewardship Council’s (MSC) international Stakeholder Council has met in Africa and coincides with World Food Day 2014. In recognition of the importance of seafood to … [Read more...]