Haplochromis nyererei

Haplochromis nyererei is a species of cichlid endemic to Lake Victoria in Africa. This species can reach a length of 7.7 cm SL. The specific name honours Julius Nyerere (1922–1999) who was President of Tanzania from 1961 to 1985.

The females of Haplochromis specie prefer male Haplochromis nyererei that are more colorful and brighter compared to the dull male Haplochromis.