Sharing experiences from the front lines of community-led conservation

Researchers compiled a dataset of 209 crustacean and 155 mollusk species from 16 mangrove forests around the world. They found that mangroves are among those with the lowest functional redundancy among resident fauna recorded to date, which suggests that these vegetations are among the most precarious ecosystems in the world.

Blue economy in the Indo-Pacific: navigating between growth and conservation

Across the Asian and African littorals, there is agreement that the oceans should not be an arena of contestation between nations; rather, the vast sea bodies must be put to use in service of humankind to generate economic growth. Policymakers emphasize the need for pragmatism vis-à-vis the oceans, stressing on economic growth, human security, and national development.

Did you read it?: Western Indian Ocean Marine Protected Areas Outlook

The Marine Protected Areas Outlook, from the NC and WIOMSA, documents progress made by countries in the region towards the achievement of Sustainable Development Goal 14.5 and provides lessons and opportunities to increase momentum for achieving post-2020 Global Biodiversity Framework targets.

WIOMSA: Miji Bora video release

Through the Miji Bora project, officials in the County Government of Mombasa and the eThekwini Municipality (which includes the city of Durban) are sharing ideas and prototyping solutions, with a view to improving the functioning of their cities in the context of climate change.

Marine Protected Area Day

1^st of August was MPA day in South Africa! A day to share stories and information about why and how we need to conserve our oceans and keep building support for MPAs. See how South Africa celebrated and recognizes the important role MPAs in preserving oceans for both people and nature.

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