President Sirleaf Underscores Sound ManagementSeveral officials of the West Africa Regional Fisheries Program funded by the World Bank led by President Ellen Johnson Sirleaf over the weekend dedicated US2.8 million dollars fish preservation facilities in Robertsport, Grand Cape Mount County. The WARFP Liberia officials explained that the fisheries facilities, named the Robertsport Fish Landing Cluster (RFLC), has several preservation facilities that will enhance the efficient and profitable management of fish for the Liberian markets. The Liberian leader lauded the intervention of the World Bank, WARFP Liberia officials, Liberia Maritime Authority and National Fisheries and Aquaculture Authority for the farsighted initiative that would be great benefits to the fishing community. In remarks, World Bank Liberia Country Manager Ms. Larisa Leschenko noted that artisanal fishery provides means of livelihood to about 33,000 fulltime fishers and processors in the coastal counties. He also explained that a new strategic direction was designed, intended to ensure that Liberians benefit from their fisheries resources while adhering to all conservation and sustainable management standards.

Source: Daily Observer November 28, 2017 02:15 UTC