Cultured fish include rainbow trout, tilapia, common carp, catfish and crayfish. Aquaculture production levels are not reliably documented. Although Swazis are not traditional fish eaters, fish is a popular food amongst migrant workers from Mozambique and other foreign nationals living in the country, and this has contributed to its growing acceptability in recent years. Most fish available on the market is imported in canned or frozen form and is relatively expensive. These products are therefore most often purchased by higher income households.
Fishing is of no significant economic importance to Swaziland at the present time.
Swaziland is judged to have good potential for fish farming, owing to its climatic range and the fact that numerous small water bodies exist. Fisheries research capability is severely constrained by lack of facilities and trained personnel. Sand River Dam together with CDC and the US Peace Corps. No major fisheries or aquaculture projects are underway at present, although there is a need for long-term financial and technical support if potential production levels are to be realized. No links at present.