May 2019

Bioeconomic analysis of Engraulicypris sardella (USIPA) in South east arm of Lake Malawi

Usipa Engraulicypris sardella is the most abundant small pelagic species in Lake Malawi. It plays an important part in the lake communities’ economy and food security. However, much remains unknown on their stock status and bioeconomic importance. This study is carried out to estimate the maximum economic yield and maximum sustainable yield for Usipa fishery in the South-east arm of Lake Malawi. Structured...

Author(s): Innocent Gumulira, Graham Forrester and Najih Lazar