Investigative

Stop Illegal Fishing have been involved in investigations into suspected illegal fishing activity since it was founded in 2007.  

We have built a team of dedicated specialists who not only understand international fisheries but who also have detailed knowledge of the complex multi-jurisdictional nature of illegal fishing and fisheries crimes.

With undercover investigators, legal advisors, analysts and dedicated fisheries experts working closely together Stop Illegal Fishing are making a difference.

Our investigations have assisted in many arrests, convictions, penalties and enforcement actions in Africa and beyond.

Recent Posts

Inaugural meeting of the Board of Directors of the SADC Regional MCSCC

On 20 – 21 June 2024 in Maputo, Mozambique, the Southern African Development...

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Seventeenth meeting of the SADC MCSCC Regional Technical Team

Following the establishment of the SADC Regional Fisheries MCSCC and the appointment of...

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The Second meeting of the Operation Task Force of the MCSCC

On 17 – 18 June 2024, State Parties to the Charter Establishing the...

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West Africa Task Force holds its 16th meeting

The sixteenth meeting of the West Africa Task Force (WATF) was held in...

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SIF News Categories

What impact are we having?

The Issues

One in four fish in Africa is caught illegally, this threatens the sustainability of fish stocks, damages the ecosystem and deprives governments of income and people of livelihoods.

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Our Approach

Creating change by informing policy and practice, our hands on experience and investigative work means we are often the first to spot new trends and find ways to challenge these.

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Our Initiatives

Illegal fishing is a complex issue that requires multifaceted responses. Stop Illegal Fishing are working with a range of organisations to bring about change.

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