The Plan is developed to provide guidance on the regulatory framework, business climate, public acceptability, and strategies to ensure training, research, marketing and infrastructure development. It explains where we are now and where we are going with aquaculture in Namibia. It is the tool that is needed to form a framework to support aquacultural activity, both private and public, and to encourage the growth of this industry during a critical stage of development. It provides a situation analysis and recommended actions in all strategic areas that impinge on aquaculture development in Namibia. It indicates targets for employment creation, investment, training and the value of production during the next five years. The recommended actions, if implemented, will overcome existing  constraints and take advantage of opportunities in the aquaculture industry.