Illegal,Unreported, and Unregulated (IUU) Fishing Activity
ID: 354829Type: Forecasted
Overview

Buyer

Ghana USAID-Accra (USAID-GHA)

Eligible Applicants

Unrestricted

Funding Category

Environment

Funding Instrument

Other

Opportunity Category

Discretionary

Cost Sharing or Matching Requirement

Yes

Original Source

https://grants.gov/search-results-detail/354829
Timeline
    Description

    The United States Agency for International Development (USAID) is seeking information to address illegal, unreported, and unregulated (IUU) fishing activities in the Gulf of Guinea through a Request for Information (RFI). The primary objectives of this RFI include understanding the incentives driving IUU fishing practices among various fleets, exploring strategies to promote legal and sustainable fishing, and fostering regional cooperation among stakeholders to enhance fisheries management. This initiative is crucial for securing food and economic stability for coastal communities reliant on fisheries, as IUU fishing results in significant financial losses and impacts marine biodiversity. Interested parties can submit their insights to Ruby Tawonezvi, A and A Specialist, at rtawonezvi@usaid.gov, with the opportunity forecasted for fiscal year 2025 and no cost-sharing requirements.

    Point(s) of Contact
    Ruby Tawonezvi A and A Specialist
    (030) 274-1200
    rtawonezvi@usaid.gov
    Files
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    72062424RFI00002_IllegalUnreportedandUnregulatedFishingActivity.pdf
    The United States Agency for International Development (USAID) has issued a Request for Information (RFI) regarding illegal, unreported, and unregulated (IUU) fishing in the Gulf of Guinea. The RFI aims to collect insights to address IUU fishing and associated human rights abuses while examining the incentives behind IUU practices among various fishing fleets. USAID seeks to engage local stakeholders and regional organizations to improve fisheries management and encourage legal and sustainable fishing practices. Key interests include securing food and economic stability for coastal communities that depend heavily on fisheries, enhancing regional cooperation in fisheries management, and boosting local economic benefits from sustainable fishing. The document highlights the significant impact of IUU fishing on both marine biodiversity and local livelihoods, pointing to an annual financial loss of up to $9.4 billion for West African countries. Responses to this RFI will inform future programming but do not constitute any binding agreement or proposal. The request provides specific guidelines for submission, encouraging concise feedback on pivotal questions related to the current situation and strategic objectives set by USAID.
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