Themed “Aquaculture on the Rise”, the conference, which is being organized by the World Aquaculture Society, is expected to bring together nearly 2,000 participants from around the world.

The EU-funded TRUEFISH Project, led by Lake Victoria Fisheries Organisation (LVFO), is the event's main sponsor, while Deutsche Gesellschaft für Internationale Zusammenarbeit (GIZ) has joined as a Gold Sponsor. WA25 will showcase GIZ’s commitment to sustainable aquaculture in Africa through value chain development, capacity building, and responsible practices.

Moreover, The World Bank, African Union agencies, FAO, WorldFish, and others have expressed commitment to deliver special side-sessions and workshops covering some key thematic areas including relevant global and regional processes, technologies and innovations, investment, trade, value chain competitiveness as well as partnerships.

Why Uganda?

Uganda, known as the "Pearl of Africa," is an emerging hub for aquaculture in East Africa, with both large-scale ventures on Lake Victoria and a thriving small to medium (SME) scale sector driving sustainable fish production and aquafeed supply chains. Recognizing this potential, major aquafeed factories are being established in the country. WA25 will highlight this growth with an expected 150 exhibition booths. Beyond aquaculture, Uganda offers rich tourism experiences, from wildlife safaris and gorilla trekking to cultural explorations in Kampala and Entebbe, making it an exciting destination for international visitors.

The WA25 conference will take place from June 24-29, 2025 at Speke Resort Munyonyo, Entebbe. For more information and inquiries on WA25 Uganda contact worldaqua@was.org.

All conference details will be updated on the event page at www.was.org.