The Western Indian Ocean Journal of Marine Science (WIOJMS) has received a significant recognition in the latest assessment by the Journal Publishing Practices and Standards (JPPS) framework. WIOJMS secured the highest possible score, earning a 3-star rating — the only journal in Africa to do so in 2025. This achievement positions WIOJMS as one of only three African journals to hold this top rating, reflecting its commitment to high publishing standards and trustworthiness.





