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Country's fish catch on the decline

The country’s fish catch from the Indian Ocean and main lakes is on the decline.

The Department of Fisheries said fish catch has dropped by over 20 per cent in the last 10 years due to overfishing and use of illegal fishing gear against a rising demand for fish. This has forced the country to import the delicacy.

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