Nairobi Convention at the 10th GEF Biennial International Waters Conference (IWC10)

Uruguay hosted over 350 delegates at the 10th International Waters Conference (IWC10) in Punta del Este from September 23 – 26, 2024. Organized by the Global Environment Facility (GEF) in collaboration with UNESCO’s Intergovernmental Oceanographic Commission (IOC/UNESCO), the event focused on the theme Transformative actions and impacts for the water and ocean SDGs: The GEF…

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Interactive WIOSAP Dashboard Launched

An interactive WIOSAP dashboard was launched at COP 11 to the Nairobi Convention to provide an in-depth view of the project’s accomplishments. The WIOSAP project has been addressing land-based threats to coastal and marine ecosystems in the Western Indian Ocean region. The dashboard allows users to analyze and visualize key metrics and data points, revealing…

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COP 11 to the Nairobi Convention Concludes with Renewed Commitments to Enhanced Ocean Conservation and Governance

The Eleventh Meeting of the Conference of Parties (NC COP 11) to the Nairobi Convention for the Protection, Management, and Development of the Marine and Coastal Environment of the Western Indian Ocean Region concluded with Decisions aimed at ensuring the health and sustainability of the region’s marine ecosystems adopted. Held in Antananarivo, Madagascar between 20-22…

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Video: Join us at the Eleventh Conference of Parties to the Nairobi Convention

The Eleventh Conference of Parties to the Nairobi Convention – COP 11 will take place between August 20-22 2024, at CCI Ivato, Antananarivo Madagascar. The meetings of the Contracting Parties to the Nairobi Convention focus on reviewing its implementation and protocols. Key functions include evaluating submitted information, adopting amendments, establishing working groups, assessing environmental conditions,…

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Marine Regions Forum 2023 Recap

The Marine Regions Forum 2023, hosted by Tanzania and Seychelles in the Western Indian Ocean (WIO) region, served as a collaborative platform for experts to exchange knowledge on ocean governance. The forum aimed to enhance cooperation and coordination, emphasizing practical strategies for sustainable practices. Topical Strands Tackling the Triple Planetary Crisis: Addressed climate change, biodiversity…

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Inclusivity and Innovation In Ocean Governance Take Center Stage at the Marine Regions Forum

On the second day of the Marine Regions Forum, stakeholders gathered to explore innovative ways to strengthen regional governance. In-depth discussions on co-designing sustainable ocean management and articulating marine spatial planning initiatives for co-creation of regional visions were the focus of workshop sessions centred on fostering a sustainable blue economy. The sessions focused on harnessing…

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Nairobi Convention Countries Adopt the Integrated Coastal Zone Management Protocol

A historic event saw the Nairobi Convention Contracting Parties unanimously agree to, adopt, and sign the Integrated Coastal Zone Management (ICZM) Protocol for the Western Indian Ocean after thirteen years of dedicated negotiations. This unfolded at a Conference of Plenipotentiaries held on 11-12 September 2023 in the picturesque Antananarivo, Madagascar, and followed four intergovernmental negotiation…

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