Post-Harvest Management & Cold Storage

Our state-of-the-art cold storage facilities ensure fish quality from lake to market. We provide:

  • Modern cold storage units (500-ton capacity)
  • Hygienic fish handling and processing
  • Quality control meeting EU and USFDA standards
  • Ice production and distribution
  • Fish drying and smoking facilities

Market Linkages & Export Facilitation

Connecting local fishermen to premium markets locally and internationally:

  • Direct access to Nairobi, Mombasa, and Kisumu markets
  • Export facilitation to EU, UAE, and Asian markets
  • Fair trade certification assistance
  • Bulk purchasing negotiations
  • Digital marketplace platform access

Ecosystem Conservation & Sustainability

Protecting Lake Victoria for future generations through:

  • Beach cleanup and waste management programs
  • Wetland restoration projects
  • Sustainable fishing gear distribution
  • Monitoring of illegal fishing practices
  • Water quality testing and reporting

Capacity Building & Training

Empowering communities with knowledge and skills:

  • Financial literacy and savings groups
  • Entrepreneurship and business management
  • Cooperative governance training
  • Sustainable fishing techniques workshops
  • Digital literacy for market access

Access to Finance & Savings Schemes

Building economic resilience through financial services:

  • Village savings and loan associations (VSLAs)
  • Micro-credit programs for boat and gear purchase
  • Emergency relief funds for members
  • Insurance schemes for fishing boats
  • Partnership with local banks for better rates

Women & Youth Empowerment Programs

Creating inclusive opportunities for all community members:

  • Fish processing and value addition training for women
  • Youth entrepreneurship bootcamps
  • Leadership development programs
  • Mentorship from experienced fishers
  • Scholarship programs for fisher's children

Choose Your Membership Level

Tailored packages for different needs and scales of operation

Individual Fisher

Free
  • Access to cold storage
  • Market price alerts
  • Training workshops
  • Emergency support
  • Export facilitation
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Corporate Partner

Custom
  • All BMU benefits
  • Direct supply chain access
  • CSR partnership opportunities
  • Brand visibility
  • Impact reporting
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