While sector stakeholders favour targeted reforms of the CFP and the simplification of existing rules, NGOs call for the strict enforcement of the current framework. What are the potential implications of these debates for African waters?
Artisanal fisheries, Governance, Transparency, Sectoral support, Access arrangements
In view of the global evaluation of the Sustainable Fisheries Partnership Agreements (SFPAs) that will be carried out by the Commission in 2021, the author highlights the key points which will need to be assessed from the perspective of the impacts on African coastal communities. The author also suggests essential improvements to be made for the future of SFPAs so that they better respond to the needs of these communities.
