WorldFish, through the Asia–Africa BlueTech Superhighway (AABS), has partnered with Shamba Shape Up to share practical, climate-resilient aquaculture and coastal resource management practices with farmers and fishers across East Africa. Watch the features below to explore how this collaboration supports sustainable aquatic food systems and South–South collaboration.
Blue Economy Special: Seaweed Farming
From Watamu to Shimoni in Kwale County, this episode dives into Kenya’s “ocean shambas,” where farmers are cultivating seaweed in innovative and sustainable ways. Discover what seaweed is and how it’s grown, explore Integrated Multi-Trophic Aquaculture (IMTA) as a smarter approach to farming, and see how cooperatives add value by turning seaweed into products in high demand. From chickens on land to seaweed in the ocean, this story highlights the remarkable diversity of Kenya’s coastal farming.
📺 Stay tuned for upcoming episodes on August 30 & 31 and September 6 & 7.
About Shamba Shape Up
Shamba Shape Up is a leading agricultural reality show in Kenya that transforms smallholder farms and fisheries by offering practical solutions to improve productivity, sustainability, and livelihoods. The show features expert advice on crop management, livestock care, and sustainable aquaculture practices, equipping farmers and fishers with the tools and knowledge needed to thrive in a changing climate. It reaches 4–6 million viewers—including 300,000 from coastal fishing communities across East Africa—and is also available worldwide through its YouTube channel. Through engaging makeovers and a focus on climate-resilient practices, Shamba Shape Up promotes knowledge exchange, helping communities adopt innovative, sustainable solutions for their agricultural and aquaculture operations.
Our Partnership
In partnership with Shamba Shape Up, AABS facilitates knowledge exchange by sharing best practices in sustainable aquaculture. Together, they empower local farmers and fishers with practical solutions such as Integrated Multi-Trophic Aquaculture (IMTA), boosting productivity and resilience. This collaboration plays a key role in creating a sustainable, nature-positive future for coastal communities and ecosystems, while ensuring food and nutrition security across Asia and Africa.
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