Kinshasa, November 15th, 2026 (CPA).- The Nile tilapia and the Clarias gariepinus have been recommended to fish farmers in Kinshasa, the capital of the Democratic Republic of the Congo (DRC), on Sunday, due to their adaptation to the local environment, their growth rates and their productivity potential.
“We recommend productive and hardy species for farming, notably Nile tilapia and Clarias gariepinus,” Obed Mumpa, a trainer at the company École de projets has declared.
According to this trainer, these two species are particularly well-suited to fish farming in DRC due to their growth potential.
Nile tilapia can reach a market weight of 400 to 600 grams, whilst Clarias gariepinus, renowned for its hardiness, can weigh between 800 grams and 1.5 kg under good farming conditions.
“Fish farming can be profitable if one manages fish feed, water quality, growth, mortality and marketing effectively,” he has added.
However, he has warned that, although fish farming is a promising activity, its success depends on mastering both the technical and economic aspects. ACP/