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Orcas spotted in Tanzania!

A large family group of orcas – a.k.a. killer whales – (Orcinus orca) was recently observed in coastal waters of southern Tanzania during dedicated...
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Nominations open: Election of WIOMSA Country Coordinators

WIOMSA is excited to announce the election process for new WIOMSA Country Coordinators! The terms of the current WIOMSA Country Coordinators have come...
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13th WIOMSA Scientific Symposium

The Western Indian Ocean Marine Science Association (WIOMSA) and the Kenya Marine and Fisheries Research Institute (KMFRI) are proud to co-host the 13th...
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2025 Indo-Pacific Fish Conference: Call for Special Sessions

The 2025 ASI-IPFC 12 conference organizers invite proposals for Special Sessions, especially for those that tight up with the main themes of the...
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WIO-ECSN Survey: Shaping our Path

The Western Indian Ocean Early Career Scientists Network (WIO-ESCN) is conducting a crucial survey to shape its strategic direction for 2024-2027. As a...
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Webinar: How citizen science can play a pivotal role in elevating water quality and driving progress toward SDG Target 6.3

Join the World Water Quality Alliance webinar to explore how citizen science can play a pivotal role in elevating water quality and driving...
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Launch: Guidelines for the Restoration, Creation and Management of Saltmarshes and Tidal flats

Welands International is pleased to welcome you to the launch of the Guidelines for the Restoration, Creation, and Management of Saltmarshes and Tidal...
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Journeys to the Sea: The story about Magumba

By Sofia Chambe, Mozambique Impact of this particular fish species in Mozambique fishing community Magumba is the name given to a specific fish...
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Journeys To The Sea: A Lesson From An Elderly Fisherman

By Alberto Mavume, Mozambique   This story takes place within the Incomáti Estuary, located in the Southeastern part of Africa, north of Maputo...
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