Mainstreaming Gender Equality and Social Inclusion in Fish Waste Management
Inclusive Strategies and Recommendations
Through SMEP-funding, the Kenya Private Sector Alliance (KEPSA) and Rio Fish Limited are piloting the use of fish offal and water hyacinth to generate biogas. The facility was selected as a viable option for installing the biodigester due to the adequate fish waste and the existing prioritisation of women empowerment. The project presents a pathway to explore potential strategies for strengthening the socioeconomic opportunities for marginalised groups through the employment and entrepreneurial opportunities offered by the piloted biodigester technology.
Key recommendations to increase equitable access to the socioeconomic benefits of the pilot technology for vulnerable groups include knowledge transfer on the technical aspects and benefits of fish waste-to-biogas technology, increased involvement of women and youth in decision-making processes for installing and maintaining the biodigester, and equitable distribution of income-generating opportunities.
The pilot project strengthens national and county government legislation to increase investment in biogas technologies, promote the adoption of circular business models, and create jobs for vulnerable groups, thereby addressing multidimensional poverty challenges.
