Knowledge Base - fishing

Understanding Fishing Licence Requirements in KenyaA fishing licence in Kenya is a legal authorisation that allows individuals, groups, or businesses to carry out fishing activities in approved waters..

Understanding the Kenya Fishing Season CalendarThe Kenya fishing season calendar helps anglers, commercial fishermen, and fishing businesses plan activities around weather patterns, fish behaviour, wa..

Understanding Cage Fish Farming on Lake VictoriaCage fish farming on Lake Victoria is an aquaculture method where fish are raised inside floating net cages installed in open water. The system allows f..

Understanding Catching Mudfish in KenyaCatching mudfish in Kenya combines traditional knowledge with modern fishing tackle to target fish living in swamps, wetlands, floodplains, rice paddies, and slo..

Understanding Reef Fishing in Kenya Reef fishing in Kenya involves targeting saltwater species around coral reefs, rocky structures, and coastal drop-offs using specialised rigs, leaders, hooks, and l..

Understanding Octopus Fishing in KenyaOctopus fishing in Kenya is mainly practised along the Indian Ocean coastline during low spring tides, where experienced fishers search coral reefs, rock pools, a..

Understanding Barbus Fishing in KenyaBarbus fishing in Kenya targets freshwater barb species found in rivers, streams, and highland waters using light tackle, natural baits, and carefully presented ri..

Understanding Tigerfish Fishing in KenyaTigerfish fishing in Kenya targets one of Africa's most aggressive freshwater predators, requiring strong tackle, wire traces, sharp hooks, and carefully select..

Understanding Fly Fishing Leaders and TippetFly fishing leaders and tippet are the connection system between the fly line and the artificial fly, allowing anglers to present flies naturally while main..

Why the Prince Nymph Fly Is a Must-Have for Trout Fishing in KenyaThe Prince Nymph fly is one of the world's most versatile nymph patterns, imitating a wide range of aquatic insects that trout feed on..

Why Sun Protection Matters for Kenyan AnglersSun protection for anglers combines protective clothing, accessories, and good fishing habits to reduce exposure to ultraviolet (UV) radiation during long ..

Why Catch and Release Matters in KenyaCatch and release in Kenya is a conservation fishing practice where anglers return fish to the water after capture with the goal of maximizing their chances of su..