As of 2023, the pelagic fish market volume in Kenya stood at 20.61 thousand metric tons. Forecasted volumes for the years 2024 to 2028 show consistent growth: 21.19 thousand metric tons in 2024, rising to 23.49 thousand metric tons by 2028. This data indicates year-on-year growth percentages of approximately 2.8% to 3.0% between each year. The compound annual growth rate (CAGR) from 2024 to 2028 stands at 2.7%.

Future trends to watch for include:

Environmental sustainability practices and regulations affecting fishery yields.
Technological advancements in fishing and processing methods.
Changing consumer preferences towards or away from pelagic fish.