Nairobi Convention

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in cooperation with the Information Management Strategy (IMS) Multi-Stakeholder Working Group (MSWG) among Key Stakeholders and the ROGS Task Force - 14 March 2023


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The Western Indian Ocean (WIO) is exceptionally rich in biodiversity, and supports some of our most productive and valuable ecosystems, providing resources and benefits for communities, as well as an ever-growing and diverse mix of users and industries. It has been central to the development agenda of coastal countries, having been positioned as a salve, or a solution to various social and economic struggles being faced by coastal nations. 
 
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The meeting in Swakopmund has brought together key stakeholders from across Africa to discuss and shape the future of ocean governance. Delegates include representatives from African Regional Seas Conventions, Regional Economic Communities, UNEP’s Regional Office for Africa, and the Nairobi Convention, among others. Their mission: to harmonize efforts, share insights, and create a unified strategy for managing the ocean and coastal resources sustainably.