Our marine resources are not infinite. Therefore, it is important for us to develop our inland fisheries capacity through hatcheries to support a vibrant aquaculture sector. In addition, more work will have to be done to explore and exploit the potential of mariculture. An aquaculture demonstration centre is currently being constructed on the Gariep Dam in the Free State province with the assistance of the Chinese government. The centre will provide training and research for the development of our inland fishing opportunities.