Abalobi, a South African community fish catch recording technology company, has been announced as one of the 15 finalists for the prestigious Earthshot Prize.
- The Earthshot Prize, launched by Prince William in 2020, aims to recognize and support innovative solutions to global climate challenges.
- Abalobi’s groundbreaking solution focuses on solving the overfishing problem and restoring fish populations by involving and empowering local fishing communities.
- The company utilizes scalable technology and works closely with small fishing communities to record their catch data, ensuring sustainable fishing practices and improved livelihoods.
- The mobile application developed by Abalobi allows fishers to register their catches and provide detailed information about the origin of the fish, enabling transparency in the seafood supply chain.
- By using Abalobi’s technology, fishers can demonstrate that they are fishing sustainably, leading to fair prices for their catch and improved market access.
- The Earthshot Prize nomination recognizes Abalobi’s efforts in protecting small-scale fishing communities and fostering ocean stewardship, while also generating valuable data for understanding and addressing ocean-related challenges.