Comments sought on draft regulations to better protect marine ecosystems
The Minister of Forestry, Fisheries and the Environment, Dr Dion George, has signed a Government Notice to publish the second…
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Sustainable Seas, Prosperous Communities: AU Presents Vision for Fisheries and Aquaculture
The African Union (AU), through its Inter-African Bureau for Animal Resources (AU-IBAR), delivered a significant presentation on the continental policy…
Comoros: Blue Economy Offers a Transformative Path to Sustainable Growth
Comoros’ economy shows signs of recovery, surpassing pre-COVID-19 levels. Growth rose from 3 percent in 2023 to 3.4 percent in…
Securing Africa’s Seas: AMFS 2025 Champions Maritime Cooperation and Shared Solutions
Military and government leaders from 45 nations gathered in the Republic of Mauritius to participate in the third annual Africa…
Rio de Janeiro to host 2027 Ocean Decade Conference
The vibrant coastal city of Rio de Janeiro in Brazil has been announced as the host of the 2027 Ocean…
Capacity Building workshop equips stakeholders for Coastal Risk Preparedness
A two-day capacity building workshop on “The Study of Coastal Risks in Mauritius and Rodrigues” opened, yesterday, at the Caudan…
Empowering Women and Youth in African Fisheries: AWFISHNET’s Leadership at WAS25
On June 27, 2025, the African Women Fish Processors and Traders Network (AWFISHNET) hosted a pivotal panel discussion, “Empowering Women…
Ghana Moves to Establish Marine Protected Area at Cape Three Points to Boost Fisheries Recovery and Coastal Resilience, Ahanta West, Western Region – June 2025
The Ministry of Fisheries and Aquaculture (MoFA), in collaboration with the Fisheries Commission and with support from development partners, is…
Cleanup Day organised to combat marine plastic pollution
In a collective effort to address the growing threat of marine plastic pollution and promote ocean health, the Indian Ocean…
IMO Hong Kong Convention to Enter Into Force on 26 June 2025
The Hong Kong International Convention for the Safe and Environmentally Sound Recycling of Ships (the “Hong Kong Convention”) will enter…