# The ANC in the Western Cape welcomes the allocation of 15-year fishing rights to small-scale fishers by minister of Forestry, Fisheries and the Environment, Barbara Creecy. The party notes the distress and marginalisation faced by fishing communities and hopes these granted rights will significantly improve livelihoods within the fishing communities. ANC spokesperson Muhammad Sayed says this initiative seeks to address historical inequities and foster positive change for all beneficiaries from disadvantaged communities:
ANC in the Western Cape applauds Minister Creecy for granting 15-year fishing rights to small-scale fishers [SOUND]