Lake Malawi is home to incredible biodiversity, especially its endemic cichlid fish, but overfishing is putting this unique ecosystem at risk.
Population growth, illegal fishing, weak enforcement, and lack of local ownership have led to fewer fish and declining catches in recent years.
The solution? Community-led management. Local committees enforce simple rules, protect breeding areas, and encourage the use of correct size fishing nets.
The result: more fish, bigger fish, healthier ecosystems, and stronger livelihoods.
