DODOMA, June 11 -- THE government has confirmed that there are currently no scientifically proven negative impacts from cage fish farming in the country.

Deputy Minister for Livestock and Fisheries, Mr Alexander Mnyeti, gave the assurance in the National Assembly yesterday in response to a question from Ukerewe MP, Mr Joseph Mkundi (CCM), who asked about the scientific effects of cage aquaculture.

Mr Mnyeti attributed the absence of negative impacts to the governments strict adherence to legal and technical standards in selecting suitable aquaculture sites.

“These areas are chosen based on scientific research and Environmental and Social Impact Assessments conducted by the ministry through the Tanzania Fisheries Research Institut...