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South Africa takes on illegal abalone trade

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April 24, 2024

Found along South Africa's coastline, abalone is the world's most expensive shellfish. But the huge demand in Asia has led to widespread poaching and overfishing. Efforts are now underway to make abalone farming more sustainable.

Jasmin Sarwoko Jasmin Sarwoko is a freelance reporter for DW's Eco Africa based in Johannesburg.
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