Obstacles limiting women's involvement in fishing sector

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The African fishing sector is a vital component of the blue economy, providing substantive livelihoods for millions of people across the continent.

Despite its importance, women in this sector often face significant challenges and barriers that hinder their full participation and empowerment. Empowering women in fishing, both traditional and commercial, is not just a matter of gender equality, it is key to unlocking the sector's full potential and ensuring sustainable development. To do this, a number of challenges need to be surmounted.