Fish seller builds livelihood over three decades

WALVIS BAY – For nearly three decades, Carlos Gideon has been a familiar face to residents looking for fresh and fried fish in Walvis Bay, turning his small fish-selling business into a livelihood that has supported his family and helped educate his children.

Gideon started selling fish in Walvis Bay in 1996 and has been buying his stock from Merlus, a routine that has become part of his daily life.

His working day starts early and often stretches from early morning until evening.

Every day for the past 30 years he continuously makes his way to his usual spot near the old compound, behind the blue stalls, where he prepares and sells different types of fish to residents.

“I have been selling fish since 1996 and I enjyoy my trade,” Gideon said.

He says selling fish is more than just a business. It has enabled him to provide for his family and raise his three children.

He said the income generated from selling fish has helped him send his children to school while ensuring that his family has food on the table.

Gideon is among many small-scale fish sellers whose livelihoods are closely tied to the fishing industry and the ocean.

He said fish has long been an important part of life in Walvis Bay and continues to sustain families who depend on the resource for their daily income.

Despite the challenges of working long hours, Gideon said his passion for the trade keeps him going. He believes the sustainability of the fishing industry is important not only for current livelihoods but also for future generations.

“We must just look after our ocean, it feeds many families like mine and our children should also benefit from it,” he said.

-edeklerk@nepc.com.na

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