ABALOBI

ABALOBI South African + global organisation striving to elevate small-scale fisheries for sustainability🐟

Are you a fisher interested to learn more about the ABALOBI FISHER app?

‣ Download the ABALOBI FISHER app
‣ App available from the Google Play Store
‣ Visit the ABALOBI E-learning Centre:
www.bit.ly/abalobibot
‣ Chat to us on WhatsApp: 063 343 3592

Healthy oceans and thriving small-scale fishing communities aren’t two different goals — they are one and the same.Join ...
08/06/2026

Healthy oceans and thriving small-scale fishing communities aren’t two different goals — they are one and the same.

Join the fishers behind our mission — abalobi.org

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🌊 100 years old today, Sir David Attenborough!You’ve dedicated a lifetime to helping us see what we’d rather look away f...
08/05/2026

🌊 100 years old today, Sir David Attenborough!

You’ve dedicated a lifetime to helping us see what we’d rather look away from — and what becomes possible when we don’t. You’ve turned wonder into responsibility. Given the ocean a voice, and ignited ours.

Happy Birthday to an extraordinary centenarian. Thank you for your service to nature and humanity, Sir. 🐟

Two fresh research publications from shine a light on and something we’ve believed from day one:💡 Digital innovation c...
13/04/2026

Two fresh research publications from shine a light on and something we’ve believed from day one:

💡 Digital innovation can level the playing field for small-scale producers
🌊 Transparent, traceable supply chains can restore livelihoods *and* ecosystems

From closing information gaps to reimagining seafood value chains, the message is simple: When fishing communities have access to the right tools, data and markets, they don’t just survive – they *lead* regeneration! 🌍

For us, this isn’t theory. It’s the daily work of enabling small-scale fishers, strengthening coastal communities, and shaping a seafood system that works for people and the planet.

The future of seafood is inclusive, data-driven, and regenerative – and it’s already happening! 🔥

“Fish is more than food – it feeds billions, supports livelihoods and shapes cultures. The question isn’t just *can* we ...
10/04/2026

“Fish is more than food – it feeds billions, supports livelihoods and shapes cultures. The question isn’t just *can* we still eat fish, but what kind of relationship with the ocean we’re willing to defend.”

— ’s Dr. Serge Raemaekers

Joining fellow architects of change, Serge spoke on the panel “Can we still eat fish?” at in Paris last week – contributing to global conversations shaping a more sustainable future.

At ABALOBI, we stand with small-scale fishers navigating this reality every day – working toward a seafood system rooted in responsibility and respect for the ocean.

This week, and are honoured to host the Small-Scale Fisheries Intermediary Collective in Cape Town, South Africa 🇿🇦🌍Th...
20/08/2025

This week, and are honoured to host the Small-Scale Fisheries Intermediary Collective in Cape Town, South Africa 🇿🇦🌍

The Collective is a global network of non-profits, startups, researchers, cooperatives and intermediaries working shoulder-to-shoulder with small-scale fishing communities to co-create fair, inclusive and dignified market spaces. We’re reimagining systems that have historically excluded these communities from sustainability and finance conversations.

This gathering connects global insight with local experience — through site visits, market engagements and learning directly from ABALOBI fisher leaders reshaping South Africa’s small-scale fisheries sector.

🌍 Help shape ABALOBI Monitor for your country!We’re inviting organisations across the Western Indian Ocean 🇿🇦 🇲🇿 🇹🇿 🇰🇪 🇲...
11/07/2025

🌍 Help shape ABALOBI Monitor for your country!

We’re inviting organisations across the Western Indian Ocean 🇿🇦 🇲🇿 🇹🇿 🇰🇪 🇲🇬 to co-create ABALOBI Monitor — a free mobile & web platform designed specifically for small-scale fisheries.

📲🐟 What is ABALOBI Monitor?
A real-time, offline-capable tool for fisheries monitors to record catches, visualise data instantly and integrate it easily — all with local ownership of data.

🎣 We need your input!
Help us include your local species names, gear and vessel types so the platform truly reflects your fisheries. The app will launch at the Conference this October.

💡Why join this initiative?
✅ Ensure SSF tools are locally relevant
✅ Fast-track adoption and relevance in your country
✅ Be part of a regional community of practice
✅ Get early access, support and impact analysis

📲 Get involved: bit.ly/abalobimonitor2025

📩 DM us if you have questions!

We’ve already seen amazing support — let’s keep building a strong, shared digital future for SSF across the WIO! 🌊

Address

Unit 1, Fortuity Building, Capricorn Crescent, Capricorn Business Park
Cape Town
7945

Opening Hours

Monday 07:30 - 20:00
Tuesday 07:30 - 21:00
Wednesday 07:30 - 21:00
Thursday 07:30 - 21:00
Friday 07:30 - 02:30
Saturday 07:30 - 21:00
Sunday 07:30 - 21:00

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+27639275281

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