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Sea Cucumber License Applications Now Open!

For your information, the Ministry of Fisheries & Ocean Resources (MFOR) is pleased to announce the opening of applications for the Sea Cucumber license. Applications can be submitted through Te Tobwaan Te Mari System at the following link: https://coastal-elicense.fisheries.gov.ki 

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Geo-Science Team Joins King's Wharf Rehabilitation Effort

The technical team from the Geo-science has been invited by the Kiribati Port Authority to participate in the backfilling and dredging assessment, alongside other stakeholders, including the Environment Conservation Division, Lands Management Division, and MISE, for the rehabilitation project of King’s Wharf at Butaritari from March 28th to 30th. The technical team conducted a ground truth exercise using RTK GNSS equipment to capture the current position of the shoreline and analyze the shoreline pattern within the existing development. Also, they assessed the beach profile of the potential mining site to calculate the volume of sand and gravel for sourcing material needed for backfilling and reinforcing the port structures. This step is intended to support the ongoing project aimed at improving port infrastructure and operational processes. 

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Inspiring Future Marine Scientists: MFOR & Inkfish School Outreach

Last week, the Ministry of Fisheries & Ocean Resources (MFOR), in collaboration with Inkfish, hosted a two-day School Outreach program at the Betio Sports Complex on Thursday, March 27th, and Friday, March 28th. The event aimed to ignite young people's interest in marine science and ocean conservation, with a focus on empowering the next generation to pursue careers beyond the traditional paths of teachers, doctors, and engineers. Kiribati, surrounded by the vast Pacific Ocean, faces unique challenges from climate change and environmental threats. The event sought to inspire students to explore ocean science and contribute to solutions for these challenges.
Students engaged in a variety of hands-on activities, including seafloor mapping, building and operating underwater robots, and learning how to locate shallows and depths through contour mapping. The Te Tanobakoa Committee's Trash Talk presentation also highlighted the importance of keeping our oceans clean and protecting marine life.
The Ministry extends thanks to Inkfish, as well as stakeholders like the Marine and Tourism Authority of Kiribati, for their invaluable support in making the event a success. The event also served as an opportunity to share knowledge gained from the Nova-Canton Trough expedition and emphasize local threats to the marine environment, encouraging students to protect the ocean for future generations.
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EU-Funded Fisheries Projects Set for 2025 Implementation

A kick off 'maroro' by the MFOR team to start the preparations for the 2025 Annual workplan under the EU Fisheries Sector Support Programme was held last Wednesday 26th of March at the Ocean Family Restaurant. The meeting provides a platform to discuss and outline plans for the 2025 implementation of agreed project activities, reflect on the issues and challenges faced for the 2024 programme. The EU Fisheries Sector support programme is one of the Ministry of Fisheries and Ocean Resources (MFOR) projects geared to achieve key activities to promote the sustainable management of our fisheries and towards achieving and bring benefits to the people of Kiribati through the implementation of these project activities.
For the 2025 programme, the Ministry through its respective divisions will implement programs geared to support livelihood opportunties for local communities such including the operational plans for the mini-hatcheries in Maiana and Nonouti, pilot fish vendor stalls to promote proper fish handling, promoting clean up campaigns, among under the MFOR branding program Tanoabakoa, among other small scale projects.
The Project Coordinator sincerely acknowledges the support towards the EU Sector support with the oustanding achievement in 2024 and continue to extend words of encouragement for greater collaboration can be achieved greater outcomes. A huge thanks to the European Union in the Pacific for its continuous support in strengthening the fisheries sector in Kiribati!
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