Question
State three significance of fishing to the economy of Kenya.
Answer
- Export of fish earn foreign exchange used to develop the economy.
- Fishing is a source of government revenue through taxation which is invested in other areas.
- Fishing waters produce raw material to produce lubricants, fertilizers and cosmetics.
- Fish creates employment opportunities that earns income to fishermen.
- Fishing is a sport that attract tourists thus generate foreign exchange for the country.