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Sep182023

Madagascar Hosts Second Negotiations Meeting for the Amendment of the Nairobi Convention Protocol on Marine Protected Areas and Wild Flora and Fauna

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In a resounding show of commitment to safeguarding our oceans and marine ecosystems, the second negotiations meeting for amending the Protocol Concerning Protected Areas and Wild Fauna and Flora of the Eastern African Region was held on September 13-15 2023, in Antananarivo, Madagascar. This gathering was meaningful as it propels marine conservation efforts in the…

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Aug72023

Update: The Development of the Western Indian Ocean Information Management Strategy

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At the 10th Conference of Parties to the Nairobi Convention, Contracting Parties to the Secretariat and Partners to develop an Information Management Strategy (IMS) for the Western Indian Ocean (WIO) region, compliant with COP Decision 10.5. To this end, the Nairobi Convention is collaborating with Deutsche Gesellschaft für Internationale Zusammenarbeit (GIZ) through the “Western Indian…

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Jul282023
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Conference of Plenipotentiaries Meeting for the Adoption of the Integrated Coastal Zone Management Protocol for the Western Indian Ocean

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September 11-15 2023 Integrated Coastal Zone Management (ICZM) involves all stakeholders to ensure sustainable development by managing coastal and marine ecosystems, promoting sustainable use of resources, and addressing the impacts of human activities. The ICZM Protocol serves as a framework for regional and national cooperation in managing the coastal zone sustainably in the Western Indian…

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Jul272023
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The Northern Mozambique Channel (NoCaMo) Project Holds Second Partners’ Meeting

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The Northern Mozambique Channel is a region of remarkable biodiversity, endowed with vital habitats and serving as a sanctuary for marine and migratory species. However, the tranquility of this natural haven is under threat from urban development, oil and gas extraction, population growth, land-based pollution, and the impacts of climate change. To safeguard valuable resources…

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May202023
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Greening Western Indian Ocean Ports

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Ports play a crucial role in the global economy as they facilitate the transportation of 90% of global trade and deliver numerous goods that we use every day. However, unsustainable port development can pose severe threats to coastal ecosystems and the goods and services that they provide. Ports are known to cause significant pollution due…

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Apr242023
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Strengthening the Environment-Fisheries Nexus in the Western Indian Ocean

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Healthy and productive ecosystems of the Western Indian Ocean (WIO) are crucial for supporting coastal and marine fisheries which are vital for economic growth, livelihoods, and food security. Protecting critical habitats is key to safeguarding these ecosystems. Secondly, effective coordination, collaboration, and knowledge sharing between fisheries and environmental governance systems are essential to address the…

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Apr242023
Western Indian Ocean coral reefs task force workshop in comoros march 2023

Empowering a Coral Reef Task Force to Build a Stronger Frontline Against Coral Reef Destruction

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Coral reefs in the Western Indian Ocean (WIO) region are approximately 6% (about 15, 180 km2) of the global coral reef coverage. The region is considered an important coral reef biodiversity hotspot.  Coral reefs are vital for economic activities and coastal communities due to their role in supporting sustainable fisheries for communities (estimated at US$…

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