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, Aquaculture, Freshwater, and shared analytical chemistry labs 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 200-seat main auditorium and 50-seat Dolphins Conference Hall for scientific conferences, workshops, and public events.
Book a Venue →Kenya's premier marine education centre, featuring live marine exhibits, coral tanks, turtle conservation displays, and marine artefacts.
Visit Us →Research Stations
Headquarters & Marine Research
Lake Victoria Research
Inland Fisheries & Aquaculture
Highland Fisheries Research
Coastal & Mangrove Research
Coral Reef & Marine Research