Africa’s aquaculture sector is growing rapidly as demand for affordable protein rises across the continent.
From large-scale tilapia farms to fully integrated cold-chain systems, a handful of companies are shaping the future of modern fish production in Africa.
These leaders stand out for their verified operations, measurable scale, and consistent contributions to food security.
Below are the Top 5 African Fish Farming Companies, based on verifiable production capacity, documented expansion, and publicly available industry evidence as of 2025.
— FirstWave Group (Yalelo) (Zambia & Uganda): One of Africa’s largest vertically integrated tilapia producers with hatcheries, feed operations, modern cage farms on Lake Kariba and Lake Victoria, and a strong nationwide distribution network.
— Victory Farms (Kenya): A rapidly growing tilapia farming company operating advanced cage systems on Lake Victoria, backed by traceable sustainability data and recognized across East Africa for its integrated production and cold-chain model.
— Lake Harvest Aquaculture (Zimbabwe & Zambia): A long-established commercial aquaculture company with hatcheries, grow-out systems, processing facilities, and a verified export-capable distribution network around Lake Kariba.
— Tropo Farms – Volta Catch (Ghana): A leading tilapia producer on Lake Volta known for its scientifically managed hatcheries, advanced grow-out systems, and strong nationwide retail presence under the “Volta Catch” brand.
— Stallion Group – Aquaculture Division (Nigeria): A major player in Nigeria’s aquaculture space operating large hatcheries, nurseries, grow-out farms, and processing units supported by countrywide cold-chain logistics through confirmed corporate disclosures.
More companies are entering Africa’s aquaculture ecosystem, but these five stand out for their scale, verified operations, and clear contribution to the continent’s fish supply chain.
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