More Awareness On Ban Of Kawakawa And Donu
Village headman of Natokalau, Cicia, Matai Niumataiwalu, said the ban for kawakawa and donu was a must. “Our forefathers used to do that and we followed,” Mr Niumataiwalu said.
Thursday 31 January 2019 | 09:00
Students of Cicia High School (from left) Savenabiau Tubuna, Sereima Kotoisuva, Milika Saladoka, Ledua Bale and Jone Vosaicake during the kawakawa and donu awareness exercise at Natokalau village in Cicia, Lau on January 29, 2019. Photo: Wati Talebula
The Kawakawa and donu ban is from June to September every year, as it is their spawning season.
Minister for Fisheries Semi Koroilavesau said the ban was beneficial for everyone.
“Complying with the ban, we will bring the stock to sustainable level.
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“The Ministry deployed 60 Fish Aggregating Devices (FAD) and has conducted training on it. Through these initiatives, the Ministry has supported the establishment of Fishermen’s Associations,” he said.
“The idea is to use the Associations to channel Government support through training. It is important to note that the threat of poaching is inevitable. Therefore, the Ministry will through the Fishermen’s Association in Cicia, conduct Fish Warden training to equip Wardens to police your qoliqoli.”
Village headman of Natokalau, Cicia, Matai Niumataiwalu, said the ban for kawakawa and donu was a must.
“Our forefathers used to do that and we followed,” Mr Niumataiwalu said.
“When they came to the village and talked about the ban then we got to know the reason for the ban. In the village we always ensure that no one goes against the ban.”
Edited by Susana Tuilau
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