Our objective is to promote and protect the interests of its members in the South African Pelagic Industry
The South African Pelagic Fishing Industry Association (SAPFIA) is a legally recognised industrial body which represents a large number of Rights Holder who hold approximately 67% of sardine rights and 70% of anchovy rights in the small pelagic fishing sector.
Our functions
Representing our Members...
...in negotiations with the Government of the Republic of South Africa or any other legislative or administrative body with regard to Industry matters.
To consider, report, advise...
...and make representations on existing or new legislation or any such matters affecting the Industry, the interests of the Association or its Members and to promote, support or oppose such legislation.
To become a member...
...or join another organization or body or to work together with such body or organization within or without the Republic of South Africa if the interests of the Members could be served thereby.
To assist our Members...
...with any administrative or technical matters concerning their membership and the Association.
To assist...
...in the functioning of the Sea Management Committee.
To take the necessary steps...
...to advance the interest of the Industry and to generally act on behalf of its Members in any direction in which their interests may be affected.
Who we work with
SAPFIA seeks to be the go-to association in the South African small pelagic sector, and strives to improve its service of adding value to its members activities, within the context of the United Nations’ Sustainable Development Goals adopted in 2015. With the new 15-year rights process almost complete, SAPFIA will act responsibly and pro-actively in protecting its members’ interests and ensure that the sector operates as efficiently as possible.
Michael Copeland – Chairperson
I am proud to be associated with SAPFIA as we are the leading association for all right holders in the small pelagic sector.
SAPFIA and our members have shown an ongoing commitment to female empowerment and meaningful participation across the full value chain.
SAPFIA is committed to the sustainability of our sector which is not just limited to our business operations but also the sustainability of our surrounding ecosystem.
Shamera Daniels – Vice Chairperson
Let's collaborate
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The South African Pelagic Fishing Industry Association (SAPFIA) is a legally recognised industrial body which represents a large number of Rights Holder who hold approximately 67% of sardine rights and 70% of anchovy rights in the small pelagic fishing sector.
Our Location
1st Floor, Harbour Place.
7 Martin Hammerschlag Way,
Foreshore, Cape Town, ZA
+27 21 425 2727