Fish

Bream (Sato)

Our Bream (Sato) is sustainably harvested from Tanzania’s major freshwater lakes—Lake Victoria, Lake Tanganyika, Lake Nyasa/Malawi, and other natural rivers. Known for its mild flavor, firm texture, and versatility, Sato is one of East Africa’s most popular table fish and is appreciated in local and international markets.

Each fish is handled under strict hygiene standards, kept chilled for freshness, and carefully processed to meet export requirements. Available in multiple forms to suit restaurant, retail, and wholesale needs, Bream (Sato) is suitable for grilling, frying, roasting, and filleting.

Key Features:

  • Mild flavor with firm, white flesh
    • Harvested from clean freshwater sources
    • Available whole, gutted, or filleted
    • Suitable for export (fresh or frozen)
    • Hygienically processed and quality-checked

Quality & Specifications:

  • Origin: Tanzania (Lake Victoria, Tanganyika, Nyasa)
    Type: Freshwater fish – Bream (Sato)
    Forms: Whole, gutted, scaled, fillets
    Size Range: 300g – 1.5kg+
    Handling: Chilled or frozen
    Shelf Life:

Packaging Options:

  • Vacuum-sealed packs
    • 1kg, 2kg, 5kg retail packs
    • Bulk 10kg, 20kg, and 25kg export cartons
    • Private-label packaging available

Dried Fish ( Dagaa Indian ocean)

Indian Ocean Dagaa is harvested from Tanzania’s coastal waters and carefully sun-dried using hygienic traditional methods to preserve nutritional value, aroma, and shelf life. Compared to inland-lake dagaa, coastal dagaa offers a distinct marine flavor and firm texture. It is widely used in household cooking, coastal cuisine, food processing, and regional export markets across East Africa.

Nutritional Highlights:

  • High-quality protein
  • Rich in calcium, phosphorus, and iron
  • Source of essential fatty acids
  • Supports bone health and energy needs

Quality & Specifications:

  • Purity: 99% clean dried fish
  • Moisture Content: ≤ 12%
  • Color: Light silver to golden brown
  • Odor: Clean marine aroma (no sour smell)
  • Free from chemicals, preservatives, and contaminants

Packaging Options:

  • Retail packs: 250 g, 500 g, 1 kg
  • Bulk packaging: 10 kg, 25 kg, 50 kg sacks
  • Food-grade, moisture-proof packaging

Custom and private-label packaging available

Dried Fish ( Dagaa Lakes )

Dagaa is a small dried fish traditionally harvested from Tanzanian inland lakes such as Lake Victoria, Lake Tanganyika, and Lake Nyasa. The fish are carefully cleaned and sun-dried using traditional and hygienic methods to preserve their nutritional value, flavor, and shelf life. Dried dagaa is a staple food in East Africa and is widely used in household cooking, food processing, and animal feed industries.

Nutritional Highlights:

  • High-quality protein
  • Rich in calcium and phosphorus
  • Good source of omega fatty acids
  • Supports bone health and energy needs

Quality & Specifications:

  • Purity: 99% clean dried dagaa
  • Moisture Content: ≤ 12%
  • Color: Silver to light brown
  • Odor: Clean, natural dried fish aroma
  • Free from chemicals, preservatives, and contaminants

Packaging Options:

  • Retail packs: 250 g, 500 g, 1 kg
  • Bulk packaging: 10 kg, 25 kg, 50 kg sacks
  • Moisture-proof, food-grade packaging
  • Custom/private label packaging available

Fresh Catfish (Kambale)

Our Fresh Catfish (Kambale) is sourced from major freshwater regions in Tanzania including Lake Victoria, Lake Tanganyika, Lake Nyasa, and the Rufiji Basin. Catfish is highly valued for its firm texture, rich flavor, and versatility in cooking.

Each fish is processed under hygienic conditions and packed according to international food safety standards. Catfish is popular in regional and international markets due to its high protein content, minimal bones, and suitability for fresh, frozen, or smoked forms.

Perfect for restaurants, supermarkets, exporters, and bulk buyers who require consistent quality and reliable supply.

Key Features:

  • Fresh, clean, firm-textured fish
    • High in protein and essential nutrients
    • Available whole, gutted, or filleted
    • Suitable for frying, grilling, and stews
    • Export-quality handling and packaging
    • Available fresh or frozen

Quality & Specifications:

  • Origin: Tanzania
    • Type: Freshwater Catfish (Clarias gariepinus)
    • Form: Whole, gutted, fillets
    • Moisture: Natural (fresh)
    • Free from chemicals and contaminants
    • Size Range: 0.5 kg – 5 kg per fish
    • Storage: 0–4°C (fresh) / –18°C (frozen)

Packaging Options:

  • Fresh whole & gutted (ICE-PACKED)
    • Vacuum-sealed fillets
    • Bulk packaging: 10 kg, 20 kg
    • Export frozen blocks
    • Private label options available

Nile Perch (Sangara)

Our Nile Perch (Sangara) is freshly harvested from Tanzania’s clean freshwater lakes—primarily Lake Victoria, one of the largest fishery zones in Africa. Known for its firm white flesh, mild flavor, and high nutritional value, Nile Perch is one of Tanzania’s leading export fish.

The fish is carefully sorted, cleaned, chilled, and packed under hygienic and internationally compliant standards to ensure exceptional quality and freshness. It is ideal for grilling, frying, baking, filleting, and industrial processing.

Available in multiple sizes depending on customer needs (whole fish, fillets, HGT—Headed, Gutted, and Tail-off). Suitable for local markets, hotels, supermarkets, and international export.

Key Features:

  • Fresh, firm white meat
    • Mild taste suitable for all cuisines
    • High in protein and Omega-3 fatty acids
    • Available whole, gutted, or filleted
    • Sourced directly from Tanzanian fishermen
    • Export-grade quality and handling

Quality & Specifications:

  • Origin: Tanzania – Lake Victoria
    Type: Fresh / Frozen Nile Perch
    Size Range: 1 kg – 10+ kg (depending on catch)
    Moisture: Natural moisture preserved
    Processing Options: Whole, gutted, fillets, HGT
    Standards: HACCP, Food-grade handling
    Shelf Life: Fresh (3–5 days chilled), Frozen (up to 12 months)

Nutritional Value (Approx. per 100g):

  • Calories: 96 kcal
    • Protein: 19 g
    • Fat: 2 g
    • Omega-3 fatty acids
    • Rich in Selenium, Vitamin B12, Phosphorus

Packaging Options:

• Fresh: Ice-packed boxes (5–20 kg)
• Frozen: IQF or block-frozen
• Fillets: Vacuum-sealed packs
• Custom export packaging available

Red Snapper

Our Red Snapper is sustainably sourced from Tanzania’s Indian Ocean waters, including coastal regions such as Dar es Salaam, Tanga, Zanzibar, Mafia Island, and Mtwara. This premium saltwater fish is highly valued for its white, firm flesh and mild, slightly sweet flavor, making it ideal for grilling, frying, baking, and steaming.

The fish is carefully handled under hygienic conditions, processed fresh, chilled, or frozen to maintain quality, freshness, and nutritional value. Red Snapper is suitable for hotels, restaurants, supermarkets, and international export markets.

Key Features:
• Premium saltwater fish
• Firm white flesh with mild flavor
• Suitable for fresh, chilled, or frozen supply
• Ideal for whole fish, fillets, or steaks
• High demand in export and hospitality markets

Quality & Specifications:
• Origin: Tanzania (Indian Ocean)
• Type: Saltwater fish
• Scientific Family: Lutjanus spp.
• Form: Whole, gutted, fillet, or steaks
• Freshness: Chilled or frozen immediately after catch
• Free from chemicals and contaminants
• Meets export hygiene and quality standards

Nutritional Value (Approx. per 100g):
• High-quality protein
• Low fat
• Rich in Omega-3 fatty acids
• Vitamins B12 and D
• Essential minerals such as selenium and phosphorus

Packaging Options:
• Fresh chilled (ice-packed)
• Frozen whole or fillets (IQF or block)
• Bulk export cartons
• Custom packaging available on request

Seafood

Fresh Seafood from the Indian Ocean Coast of Tanzania is harvested daily from the country’s rich coastal waters along the Indian Ocean. The seafood is carefully selected, cleaned, chilled, and transported under strict hygiene and cold-chain conditions to ensure maximum freshness and safety.

Naturally Halal and free from preservatives, this seafood is ideal for households, hotels, restaurants, resorts, and export markets. It offers excellent taste, firm texture, and high nutritional value, suitable for a wide range of local and international cuisines.

Perfect for grilling, frying, steaming, roasting, and professional culinary applications.

Key Features

  • 100% Indian Ocean coastal seafood
    • Naturally Halal (no slaughter required)
    • Daily fresh catch
    • Cleaned and hygienically handled
    • High protein and omega-rich

Quality & Specifications

  • Origin: Indian Ocean coast, Tanzania
    • Category: Fresh Seafood
    • Condition: Fresh (chilled, not frozen)
    • Processing: Washed, graded, and quality-checked
    • Purity: 100% seafood
    • Free from chemicals, preservatives, and contaminants

Nutritional Value (Approx.)

  • High-quality protein
    • Omega-3 fatty acids, • Vitamins D & B12
    • Essential minerals (iodine, selenium, zinc)
    • Low saturated fat

Indian Ocean Seafood Varieties Available

  • Tuna, • Kingfish, • Snapper, • Grouper
    • Sardines, • Prawns & Shrimps, • Lobster (seasonal)
    • Octopus, • Squid

Packaging & Handling Options

  • Whole or cleaned (gutted, scaled)
    • Ice-packed cartons
    • Vacuum packaging (on request)
    • Bulk supply for hotels, restaurants, and export
    • Custom private-label packaging available

 

Smoked Catfish

Smoked Catfish is produced from fresh, high-quality catfish sourced from Tanzanian lakes and aquaculture farms. The fish is carefully cleaned and traditionally smoked using controlled heat to enhance flavor, aroma, and shelf life without the use of chemical preservatives.

Smoked catfish is well known for its firm texture, deep smoky taste, and versatility in cooking. It is naturally Halal and commonly used in soups, stews, sauces, and grilled dishes across African and international cuisines.

Quality & Specifications

  • Origin: Tanzania
    • Fish Type: Catfish
    • Processing Method: Smoked
    • Moisture Content: Low to medium (controlled for shelf life)
    • Purity: 100% catfish
    • Free from chemicals, artificial preservatives, and contaminants

Nutritional Value (Approx.)

  • High-quality protein
    • Omega-3 fatty acids
    • Vitamins B12 and D
    • Essential minerals

Packaging Options

  • Retail packs: 500 g, 1 kg
    • Bulk packaging: 10 kg, 25 kg cartons
    • Food-grade sealed or vacuum packaging
    • Private-label packaging available for wholesalers and exporters

Smoked Tilapia

Smoked Tilapia is produced from carefully selected fresh tilapia sourced from Tanzanian lakes and coastal farms. The fish is cleaned, seasoned if required, and traditionally smoked using controlled methods to enhance flavor, aroma, and shelf life without the use of chemical preservatives.

The smoking process gives the tilapia a firm texture and deep, rich taste while retaining its natural nutritional value. Naturally Halal and hygienically processed, smoked tilapia is suitable for stews, sauces, grilling, and a wide range of traditional and international dishes.

Key Features

  • Traditional smoking for natural preservation
    • Rich smoky taste and firm texture
    • Naturally Halal
    • Extended shelf life
    • Suitable for cooking and direct use

Quality & Specifications

  • Origin: Tanzania
    • Fish Type: Tilapia
    • Processing Method: Smoked
    • Moisture Content: Low to medium (controlled)
    • Purity: 100% tilapia
    • Free from chemicals, artificial preservatives, and contaminants

Nutritional Value (Approx.)

  • High-quality protein
    • Omega-3 fatty acids
    • Vitamins B12 and D
    • Calcium and phosphorus

Packaging Options

  • Retail packs: 500 g, 1 kg
    • Bulk packaging: 10 kg, 25 kg cartons
    • Food-grade vacuum or sealed packaging
    • Custom private-label packaging available

Squid (Ngisi)

Our Squid (Ngisi) is harvested from the clean waters of the Tanzanian Indian Ocean—Zanzibar, Tanga, Mtwara, and Mafia Island. The squid is processed under hygienic conditions to maintain freshness, tenderness, and natural flavor.

Suitable for grilling, frying, sautéing, or preparing seafood stews, squid is a premium protein source with low fat and high nutritional value. We offer it in different forms including whole, cleaned, rings, and tentacles, depending on customer needs.

Key Features:

  • Fresh or frozen options
    • Whole, cleaned, sliced, or ring-cut
    • Tender texture and mild seafood flavor
    • High protein, low fat
    • Ideal for restaurants, hotels, and home cooking

Quality & Specifications:

  • Origin: Tanzania – Indian Ocean
    Type: Squid (Ngisi)
    Forms Available: Whole, cleaned, rings, tentacles
    Moisture Content: Natural
    Shelf Life:
    – Fresh: 3–5 days (chilled)
    – Frozen: Up to 12 months
    Storage: 0–4°C (fresh), –18°C (frozen)

Nutritional Value (Approx. per 100g):

  • Calories: 92
    • Protein: 16 g
    • Fat: 1.4 g
    • Omega-3 fatty acids
    • Rich in selenium, vitamin B12, and copper

Packaging Options:

  • 500 g, 1 kg retail packs
    • Bulk packs: 5 kg, 10 kg
    • Vacuum-sealed or food-grade bags
    • Private label packaging available

Tilapia (Perege)

Our Tilapia (Perege) is sustainably harvested from Tanzania’s major freshwater sources, including Lake Victoria, Lake Tanganyika, and Lake Nyasa. Known for its mild flavor, firm texture, and versatility, Perege is one of the most popular fish in East Africa and international markets.

Each fish is sorted, cleaned, and chilled immediately after harvest to maintain freshness and quality. Suitable for both local consumption and export, Tilapia can be supplied whole (fresh or frozen), gutted, or as fillets depending on customer requirements.

This product is ideal for households, restaurants, hotels, supermarkets, and international seafood buyers seeking reliable, premium-grade freshwater fish.

Key Features:

  • Mild flavor and firm white meat
    • Fresh, chilled, or frozen options available
    • Sustainably sourced from Tanzania’s clean freshwater lakes
    • Suitable for grilling, frying, steaming, or roasting
    • Export-grade quality with proper cold-chain handling

Quality & Specifications:

  • Origin: Tanzania (Lake Victoria, Lake Tanganyika, Lake Nyasa)
    Type: Freshwater fish
    Form: Whole, gutted, fillet (optional)
    Size Range: 300g – 2kg (depending on catch)
    Handling: Hygienically cleaned and chilled/frozen

Packaging Options:

  • Fresh: Ice-packed boxes (5kg, 10kg, 20kg)
    • Frozen: 1kg, 5kg, 10kg packs
    • Export: Insulated, food-grade cartons
    • Custom/private label packaging available

Tilapia Dried Fish

Tilapia Dried Fish is sourced from fresh, high-quality tilapia harvested from Tanzania’s clean freshwater lakes. The fish is carefully cleaned and sun-dried under hygienic conditions to retain its natural flavor, nutrients, and firmness. This traditional preservation method ensures extended shelf life without the use of chemicals or preservatives, making it suitable for both local consumption and export markets.

Nutritional Highlights:

  • High in protein for muscle and tissue repair
  • Rich in calcium and phosphorus for bone health
  • Contains essential vitamins and minerals
  • Low in fat and naturally nutritious

Quality & Specifications:

  • Species: Tilapia (Oreochromis spp.)
  • Processing: Cleaned, split, and sun-dried
  • Moisture Content: ≤ 12%
  • Color: Light brown to golden
  • Odor: Fresh and natural (no foul smell)
  • Free from additives, preservatives, and chemicals

Packaging Options:

  • Retail packs: 500 g, 1 kg
  • Bulk packaging: 5 kg, 10 kg, 25 kg cartons or sacks
  • Food-grade, moisture-resistant packaging

Custom labeling and private label available

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