Virtual Conference via Zoom
AFRICA AQUACULTURE WELFARE CONFERENCE 2025
Strengthening Fish and Aquaculture Welfare for a Sustainable and Ethical Blue Economy in Africa
- June 17 – 18, 2025
- 9:00 AM – 3:15 PM (WAT)
- June 17 – 18, 2025
- 9:00 AM – 3:15 PM (WAT)
Focus: Setting the Stage – Understanding Fish and Aquaculture Welfare in Africa & Beyond
9:00AM - 9:30AM (WAT)
OPENING SESSION
Welcome Address & Keynotes
Conference Chair Welcome followed by "The Future of Aquatic Animal Welfare in Africa".
09:30AM – 10:30AM (WAT)
Plenary Panel Discussion
Global Best Practices in Fish and Aquaculture Welfare – Lessons for Africa
Experts from academia, industry, and policymaking discuss cross-continental lessons.
- Interactive Q&A
10:30AM – 12:00PM (WAT)
Parallel Tracks
Thematic Abstract Presentations
Oral presentations featuring selected researchers and field experts across multiple virtual rooms.
- 12:00PM – 1:00PM | Break, Virtual Networking & Thematic Discussion Rooms
1:00PM - 2:00PM (WAT)
Policy & Governance Panel Discussion
Legal and Policy Frameworks for Fish and Aquaculture Welfare in Africa
Expert roundtable discussion and Policy recommendations, Interactive Q&A with panelists and participants
2:00PM - 3:00PM (WAT)
Industry & Practical Innovations Panel Discussion
Transforming Fish Farming Practices: A Sustainability and Welfare Approach for Industries
Entrepreneurial perspectives on certification, consumer demand, and sustainable production.
- Interactive Q&A with panelists and participants
3:00PM - 3:15PM (WAT)
Day 1 Wrap-Up & Reflections
Summary of key takeaways and Announcements for Day 2
Focus: Moving from Knowledge to Action – Implementation Strategies & Multi-Sectoral Engagement
9:15AM - 9:30AM (WAT)
Morning Kickoff
Recap of Day 1 & Icebreaker
Summary of previous discussions with interactive polls to engage participants.
09:30AM – 10:30AM (WAT)
One Health & Fish Welfare Panel
Integrating Fish and Aquaculture Welfare into the One Health Framework
Exploring connections between fish welfare, public health, and environmental sustainability, Policy implications & cross-sectoral collaborations
- Interactive Q&A with panelists and participants
10:30AM – 12:00PM (WAT)
Parallel Tracks
Thematic Abstract Presentations
Continuation of oral research presentations and audience Q&A sessions.
- 12:00PM – 1:00PM | Break, Virtual Networking & Thematic Discussion Rooms
1:00PM - 2:00PM (WAT)
Capacity Building & Training Session
Strengthening Education & Training on Welfare Practices for Fish and Aquaculture Professionals in Africa
Special Event: Launch of country-specific Fish Welfare training guides for 8 African countries.
Interactive workshop on capacity-building strategies for professionals
- Interactive Q&A with panelists and participants
2:00PM - 3:00PM (WAT)
Action Plan Roundtable Discussion
Defining the Roadmap for Africa’s future integrating Aquaculture Welfare and Blue Economy
Sector-specific breakout discussions to define the future of Africa's Blue Economy.
3:00PM - 3:15PM (WAT)
Closing Ceremony & Next Steps
Closing Ceremony & Next Steps