Hake quota unannounced ahead of 1 November season
The Ministry of Agriculture, Fisheries, Water and Land Reform has not yet released the total allowable catch for hake for the 2026/27 season. This announcement usually happens before the fishing season begins on 1 November. Spokesperson Romeo Muyunda confirmed on Friday that the Cabinet has already approved the quota. He stated that the minister is expected to announce the details soon. However, no specific date for this announcement was provided.
The Ministry of Agriculture, Fisheries, Water and Land Reform has yet to announce the hake total allowable catch (TAC) for the 2026/27 season. The hake fishing season normally opens on 1 November. Ministry spokesperson Romeo Muyunda on Friday confirmed that the Cabinet has approved the hake TAC. “Yes, they have, and the minister is expected to make the announcement soon,” Muyunda said. He did not give a date for the announcement.