The Committee also visited the Marine Research Aquarium in Sea Point, which is the research institution for marine aquaculture. The Acting Chief Director for Aquaculture and Economic Development, Mr Semoli, gave a presentation on the Integrated Aquaculture Development Strategy, which is part of Operation Phakisa. The presentation listed a few highlights of Operation Phakisa, namely, the selection and implementation of 24 aquaculture projects; setting up of an Interdepartmental Authorisations Committee and the establishment of the Aquaculture Development Fund. He mentioned that the Phakisa Unit resides with the Presidency and the Minister of Agriculture, Forestry and Fisheries chairs the Steering Committee for Integrated Aquaculture Development. Mr Semoli also reported that a January 2015 report on Monitoring of Streamlining Aquaculture Development was available at www.operationphakisa.gov.za. He mentioned that as global fish stocks are declining and countries are unable to meet the demand for fish, aquaculture plays a crucial role in meeting the demand and generating revenue. To meet the demand for fish, it was reported that South Africa imports tilapia (from China and Zimbabwe) and approximately 600 tons of trout. Operation Phakisa was highlighted as a key programme to fast- track economic growth through coastal resources.