Issued by the People’s Republic of Congo, this 40 Franc stamp commemorates the Année Mondiale de la Pêche (World Fisheries Year), highlighting the importance of fishing to national livelihood and food sustainability. The design portrays traditional fishermen working with nets along coastal waters, symbolizing community cooperation and indigenous fishing practices. Marine motifs and fish illustrations frame the scene, reinforcing the economic and cultural value of fisheries. Produced in vibrant multicolour printing, this issue reflects late-1960s international FAO-themed commemoratives. A strong thematic addition for collectors of maritime, labour, or African development issues.