Lake Victoria Aquaculture

Ohala Kenya has spearheaded the creation and establishment of the Lake Victoria Aquaculture (LVA) Association, a platform for strategic collaboration and partnership among diverse aquaculture stakeholders. The Association was birthed on 12th April, 2024, when 32 key aquaculture stakeholders from the region gathered in Kisumu for a one-day roundtable meeting to discuss the challenges plaguing the sector. It’s aim is be the premier platform for collaboration, knowledge sharing, and advocacy to promote sustainable aquaculture practices and economic growth in the region.

GOVERNANCE

The LVA Association is a democratic, membership organization that thrives on the collective strength and collaboration of its diverse membership base. Membership is open to registered companies, organizations, groups (including cooperatives, networks, and associations), and other entities directly involved in the aquaculture industry. It is governed by a board of directors elected from among its members. The board oversees strategic direction, policy formulation, and program implementation. The founding board members are all established leaders and practitioners in the Lake region aquaculture space:

1. Hon. Ochieng’ Mbeo, Chair, Lake View Fisheries
2. Ms Bella Akinyi, MD Bolena Tilapia Ltd.
3. Mr. Caesar Asiyo, CDO, Victory Farms Ltd.
4. Mr. David Okech, MD, AquaRech Ltd
5. Dr. Enos Were, MD, Jewlet enterprises Ltd
6. Ms. Angela Odero, MD Rio Fish Ltd.
7. Mrs. Atieno C. Otieno, Advocate
8. Mr. Fred Obudho, MD. Great Lakes Feed Ltd.
9. Mr. Rafik Dhanji, Chairman, JRS GROUP Ltd.
10. Pete Ondeng, MD, Ohala Kenya Foundation