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Gov’t lifts fishing ban in Burera

BURERA-The Minister of Agriculture, Dr. Agnes Kalibata, has warned fishermen against using illegal fishing gear and urged them to comply with set fishing regulations besides respecting breeding areas to allow continued fish reproduction. Kalibata made the remarks while officially kick-starting fishing activities on lakes in Burera District, Northern Province, following the lifting of a six-month ban.
 Fishery officials and fishermen harvest fish from floating cages  in Lake Ruhondo recently. The New Times File
Fishery officials and fishermen harvest fish from floating cages in Lake Ruhondo recently. The New Times File
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