Supporting World-Class Marine & Freshwater Research
KMFRI operates a network of research stations spanning Kenya's coastline, the Great Lakes region, and the Rift Valley. Our infrastructure portfolio includes state-of-the-art laboratories, a scientific research fleet, dedicated aquaculture hatcheries, and public education facilities - all working together to generate quality data that informs fisheries management and national policy.
Our Facilities
Ocean & Coastal, Freshwater and Aquaculture laboratories plus shared analytical services at our Mombasa HQ and regional stations.
Explore Labs →RV Mtafiti, RV Uvumbuzi and a fleet of motorized survey vessels for offshore, nearshore and inland water surveys.
View Fleet →A main auditorium and the Dolphins Conference Hall for scientific conferences, workshops and public events.
Book a Venue →The Mariculture & Aquarium Unit — marine systems, hatcheries, sustainable feeds and land-based aquaculture advisory.
Visit the Aquarium →The RV Mtafiti Museum Unit — preserving Kenya's marine and freshwater biodiversity, specimens and aquatic heritage.
Visit the Museum →Research Stations
Headquarters & Marine Research
Lake Victoria Research
Inland Fisheries & Aquaculture
Highland Fisheries Research
Coastal & Mangrove Research
Coral Reef & Marine Research
