Fishers in Kwale Trained on Maritime Safety Skills in Coast Guard Programme
The training covered the proper use of life jackets, basic first aid, and emergency response procedures, with officials emphasizing the importance of preparedness in minimizing accidents and fatalities in coastal waters - Kenya breaking news | Kenya news today | Capitalfm.co.ke..
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The Kenya Coast Guard Service (KCGS) has trained 40 fishers in Kwale County on crucial maritime safety skills to improve safety at sea.
- 40 fishers participated in the Vanga Beach Management Unit (BMU) training.
- The training was conducted by the Kenya Coast Guard Service (KCGS).
- Skills covered included the proper use of life jackets, basic first aid, and emergency response procedures, as part of the Safety Training for Fishers (STF) initiative.
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