By KALUME KAZUNGUMore by this AuthorA ban on night fishing in Lamu East imposed in 2011 has been lifted. Speaking to the Nation in Lamu on Monday, Operation Linda Boni Director James ole Seriani said the ban had been lifted and that fishermen in the county could now fish at night. Mr Seriani assured fishermen of their security, saying the government will intensify patrols at sea at night and during the day. SPECIAL IDSAccording to Mr Seriani, Lamu fishermen will be required to carry a special identity card during fishing expeditions. The units will then submit a daily report to the security office on the movements of each fisherman for assessment.

Source: Daily Nation May 02, 2017 05:48 UTC