We plan to reduce the degradation of the marine environment through developing policies that promote conservation and sustainable use of marine living resources. Our environmental potential for aquaculture production could increase from 3 543 tons, a net value of R218 million, to more than 90 000 tons, worth R2,4 billion, over the next 10 to 20 years. If production grows to the projected level of 90 000 tons per annum, the industry will have an employment potential for more than 44 000 people.