Victoria Community Project

Victoria Community Project

Pioneering sustainable aquaculture innovation on Rusinga Island, Kenya

Our fish farming breakthrough addresses Lake Victoria’s environmental crisis while creating sustainable funding for all our community programs.

The project idea was born in a group of youths from the island who wanted to have a platform for sharing ideas and innovations. The members use the platform to create and present alternative ways of dealing with challenges young people face in Rusinga.

The project is a registered organization with the Kenya government. Being registered with the government of Kenya allows us to host different activities within the island, in service and for the benefit of our community.

🐟 Our Flagship Initiative: Sustainable Fish Farming

Addressing Lake Victoria’s environmental crisis while creating lasting community prosperity

5,000+

People to be Served

15

Direct Jobs (50% Women)

60%

Production Pre-Sold

40,000

kg Annual Production

Why Fish Farming is Our Priority:

  • ✓ Food Security: Addressing Kenya’s 117,500 MT annual fish deficit
  • ✓ Environmental Innovation: First solar-powered oxygen management system in East Africa
  • ✓ Economic Sustainability: Creating permanent funding for all our community programs
  • ✓ Market Validation: 9 strategic partnerships with hotels, schools, and community organizations

Current Status: Ready for implementation with committed team and established partnerships

Partner with Proven Innovation

Transforming East African Aquaculture

✓ Comprehensive business plan developed

✓ Committed team ready for immediate implementation

✓ Strong alignment with Kenya’s development priorities

Partnership opportunities for: Government Agencies | Development Organizations | Impact Partners

Our Comprehensive Community Impact

Programs that will expand and thrive with fish farming success

When our fish farming initiative reaches full capacity, it will provide sustainable funding to significantly expand these vital community programs:

Training youths and kids on talent in acrobatics

Building confidence and skills through physical arts and performance

Environmental conservation activities

Protecting Lake Victoria and our island ecosystem for future generations

Youth empowerment programs

Creating opportunities and developing leadership among young people

Women empowerment

Supporting women’s economic independence and leadership roles

Boy/Girl child education

Ensuring every child has access to quality education and support

Nonviolent communication trainings

Building stronger, more peaceful community relationships

Already Validated by Strategic Partners

Our fish farming initiative has secured committed partnerships with:

Kolunga Apex Hotel & Restaurants
Regular bulk purchasing

Rusinga Island Lodge
Premium market partnership

Uya Primary School
School feeding program

Uta Beach Management Unit
Regulatory support

Result: 60% of production guaranteed before we even start

Unprecedented market validation for a startup initiative

Join Our Transformation

Whether you’re interested in partnering with our flagship fish farming innovation, joining our community activities, or learning more about any of our programs, we’d love to hear from you.

For Partnership & Development Organizations:

For Community Engagement:

If you are interested in joining our activities or if you wish to learn more about any of our projects, please feel free to reach out to us. We happily hear from you.

Ogolla Michael

Project Director & Community Coordinator

“Our fish farming breakthrough represents more than sustainable aquaculture – it’s the foundation for transforming our entire community’s future.”

Ogolla Michael on the shores of Rusinga island, Victoria Lake

Victoria Community Project

P.O. Box 234, Mbita, Kenya

Rusinga Island, Homa Bay County

Email: [email protected]