Retailers Drive Sustainable Seafood Choices as Consumption Rises
South Africans are consuming more seafood, with a growing awareness of the need for sustainable sourcing.
The World Wide Fund for Nature-Southern African Sustainable Seafood Initiative (WWF-SASSI) released its Retailer/Supplier Participation Scheme Report 2024, titled Fragile Waters, Resilient Futures.
According to the report, seafood consumption in South Africa increased from 325,000t in 2022 to 350,000t in 2024, driven by renewed interest in cooking and premium seafood, particularly among lower-income groups.
- The number of South Africans eating seafood rose from 13.9 million in 2022 to 16.7 million in 2025.
- A notable increase was seen in those consuming seafood more than once a week.
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Author's summary: South Africans increase seafood consumption with growing awareness of sustainability.
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