WorldFish, through the Asia–Africa BlueTech Superhighway (AABS), has partnered with Shamba Shape Up to reach farmers and fishers across East Africa with practical, climate-resilient aquaculture and coastal resource management practices. Watch the features below to explore how this collaboration supports expanding access to practical know-how on sustainable aquatic food systems.
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.
Tracking & Sustainability, Fishing & Data and Storage
From Kilifi to Kwale, this special coastal edition of Shamba Shape Up dives into Kenya’s “ocean shambas,” where fishermen are blending technology with tradition to transform their livelihoods. See how GPS trackers improve safety, fight overfishing, and provide vital data for sustainable fisheries; how fuel tracking and catch traceability are powering smarter fisheries management; and how solar-powered ice machines, dryers, and training in safe handling keep fish fresh, valuable, and market-ready. It’s a story of innovation and resilience, showing how coastal communities are shaping a more secure and sustainable future from the sea.
Polyculture, Crab Shack, Solar freezing &Dagaa processor
From polyculture ponds to women-led fish processing, another special coastal edition of Shamba Shape Up showcases how Kenya’s coastal communities are turning the ocean into a source of income while tackling post-harvest waste. At the Umoja Group, farmers integrate shrimp, fish, crabs, and sea cucumbers in tide-fed ponds, supported by solar-powered freezers that keep harvests fresh. At the community-run Crab Shack, strong governance and smart marketing have built a thriving crab farming enterprise, offering lessons in teamwork and sustainability. Finally, the Kibuyuni Dagaa Processors, an inspiring group of women , demonstrate traditional fish preservation through blanching and sun drying, enhanced by simple innovations like repaired nets and solar lighting. Together, these stories highlight the power of innovation and community spirit in shaping Kenya’s blue economy.
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 dissemination on science-driven tools, technologies and best practices in sustainable aquatic food production and related market systems. Together, they empower local farmers and fishers with practical solutions such as Integrated Multi-Trophic Aquaculture (IMTA) and climate-smart solutions to reduce fish loss and waste, boosting productivity, profitability 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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