ADVOKS GLOBAL · KENYA
Fisheries Management and Development Act
9. Functions of Service
Edition: 2026-07-10 · In force
9. Functions of Service
The functions of the Service shall be to—(a)ensure the appropriate conservation development of standards on management, sustainable use, development and protection of the fisheries resources;(b)formulate and monitor the implementation of policies regarding the conservation, management and utilization of all fisheries resources within the scope of this Act;(c)develop standards for the management of all fisheries and aquaculture activities and fishing related activities within the scope of this Act;(d)develop guidelines for the preparation of fisheries specific management plans for the Kenya fishery waters;(e)provide education to create public awareness and support for fisheries conservation, management, development and sustainable use;(f)set and meet goals for fisheries conservation, management, development and sustainable use;(g)in consultation with the Kenya Marine and Fisheries Research Institute, approve and co-ordinate research activities in relation to matters falling within the scope of this Act;(h)collect and analyse data in relation to resources and activities falling with the scope of this Act;(i)identify manpower requirements and recruit manpower at all levels for the Service;(j)liaise as appropriate with agencies and persons, including stakeholders, industry, government agencies, regional and international organisations and experts, whether local or foreign, on matters falling within the scope of this Act;(k)act on behalf of the government, subject to the Treaty Making and Ratification Act (Cap. 4D) in relation to any domestic or international agreement relating to fishing, fishing related activities or any matter falling within the scope of this Act, to which Kenya is or may become a party;(l)administer and co-ordinate international protocols, conventions and treaties regarding fisheries in all its aspects in consultation with the Cabinet Secretary pursuant to the Treaty-Making and Ratification Act (Cap. 4D);(m)subject to the Public Health Act (Cap. 242) and the Food, Drugs and Substance Act (Cap. 254) control and regulate fish safety and quality;(n)raise revenue through levies, fees, investments and other means in accordance with this Act and the Constitution, including solicitation by public appeal or otherwise, and accept and receive subscriptions, donations, devices and bequests, whether of movable or immovable property and whether absolute or unconditional for the general or special purposes of the Service or subject to any trust;(o)undertake the development of appropriate fisheries infrastructure, that relates to its mandate under this Act and the Constitution;(p)facilitate investment in commercial fisheries, in collaboration with relevant agencies, persons or bodies, including Government departments;(q)promote development and introduction of appropriate technologies in aquaculture production, processing and preservation in collaboration with relevant agencies, county governments and stakeholders;(r)identify and promote construction of any works deemed necessary for the sustainable development and economic utilization of fisheries resources;(s)in collaboration with county government and the Fish Marketing Authority established under section 198, identify opportunities and promote all aspects of fisheries marketing;(t)arrange and enter into joint ventures or any other forms of investment arrangement for purposes of performing any of its functions;(u)co-ordinate fish quality assurance and operations of the marine and coastal fisheries, aquaculture and inland and riverine fisheries;(v)coordinate and or undertake monitoring, control and surveillance of all activities within the scope of this Act; and(w)perform such other duties and functions consistent with the provisions of this Act as may be necessary to carry out the objectives and provisions of this Act.