Top Sudan Fish Catches

Sudan’s fishing industry is primarily concentrated along the Nile River, its tributaries, and the Red Sea coastline. The country’s top fish catches include Nile perch (Lates niloticus), tilapia (Oreochromis spp.), catfish (Clarias spp.), and various mullet species along the coast. Inland fisheries, especially in reservoirs like Lake Nubia (the Sudanese portion of Lake Nasser), are vital for local consumption and livelihoods. Artisanal fishing dominates, with traditional methods persisting in both freshwater and marine environments. Historically, Sudan’s fishing industry has remained largely underdeveloped due to limited infrastructure, investment, and technology, though recent efforts aim to modernize the sector and increase production for both domestic use and export, particularly from the Red Sea’s rich marine resources.

Data from FAO. 2025. Global Capture Production. In: Fisheries and Aquaculture.