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Apr

Call for applications for the first BRIDGES PhD cluster

April 21, 2026WIOMSA AdminNews

The BRIDGES Research Program is launching an exciting opportunity for prospective PhD candidates interested in addressing key socio-ecological challenges within the South-West Indian Ocean region. The program will support a cohort of 10 doctoral researchers working on diverse topics such as marine ecosystems, fisheries, climate, ecological modelling, and social sciences. Through this initiative, BRIDGES aims...

Apr

Save the Date: International Conference on Marine Bioinvasions

April 21, 2026WIOMSA AdminNews

The International Conference on Marine Bioinvasions (ICMB) is set to convene its next gathering in October 2027 in Cape Town, South Africa. Every two years, this renowned conference brings together scientists and policymakers from around the world to review current challenges in the global management of invasive marine organisms and to share the latest developments...

Apr

PhD Opportunity: Tracking Marine Megafauna Connectivity in the Southwest Indian Ocean

April 21, 2026WIOMSA AdminNews

A new PhD position based in Sète, France, co-supervised by Rhodes University in South Africa, offers a unique opportunity to study marine megafauna connectivity in the Southwest Indian Ocean (SWIO) using acoustic telemetry. The project will integrate movement data from over 550 tagged individuals—including sharks, trevallies, wahoo, and marine turtles—to quantify connectivity across Marine Protected...

Apr

BCSS Strengthens Leadership Structure in Bazaruto as Network Expands

April 10, 2026WIOMSA AdminNews

The Bazaruto Center for Scientific Studies (BCSS) is formalising a stronger governance model as it transforms from a single research station into a wide-reaching scientific network that spans multiple sites and international collaborations. Under the new structure, co-founder Dr Mario Lebrato steps into the freshly created role of Director of Science & Environment, charged with...

Apr

Call for applications: POGO-SCOR Fellowship Programme 2026

April 10, 2026WIOMSA AdminNews

Applications are now open for the 2026 POGO‐SCOR Fellowship Programme, which funds 1–3-month training visits for early-career marine scientists, technicians, PhD students and post-docs from developing countries and economies in transition. Fellows will receive return airfare plus a stipend for accommodation and subsistence while gaining hands-on experience with ocean observations, data analysis and related technologies...

Apr

Blue Sessions Dialogue Series: Dr Susan Gardner

April 7, 2026WIOMSA AdminNews

“Bahari Itatufikisha popote — the ocean leads us anywhere. If the ocean connects us and so much life on Earth, then as we think about our efforts to protect it, we have to use that same logic of connection.”— Dr. Susan Gardner, Director, Ecosystems Division, UNEP. At the WIOMSA 2025 Symposium in Mombasa, Dr. Susan...

Mar

Hifadhi Blu Programme Update: Upcoming Systems Workshop

March 27, 2026WIOMSA AdminWIOMPAN News

The Hifadhi Blu Programme will convene its next Systems Workshop from 22–24 April 2026, bringing together representatives from the newly selected sites across the Western Indian Ocean (WIO). This workshop marks a critical transition point between selection and implementation, serving as the foundation for refining site-level interventions through a systems-informed approach. A total of three participants from...

Mar

Discover the Tide Keepers: The Bajuni People of the Indian Ocean

March 26, 2026WIOMSA AdminWIOMPAN News

Along the stunning coast where Kenya meets Somalia, the Bajuni people have thrived for generations in deep harmony with the ocean. Tracing their hybrid ancestry to a rich blend of coastal Bantu, Arab, and Persian heritage, the Bajuni are true keepers of the coast. For them, the sea isn’t merely a resource to be...

Mar

From frontline to global spotlight: Economist Impact features Nature Seychelles’ coral restoration

March 26, 2026WIOMSA AdminWIOMPAN News

Nature Seychelles has been featured in, “Back to Blue: Indian Ocean – On the Frontline,” an initiative by Economist Impact and The Nippon Foundation. This series shines a light on science-driven solutions to the pressing challenges our oceans face, positioning the Western Indian Ocean as a critical climate frontline and highlighting small island nations like...

Mar

New Course Available in Five Languages: Management Effectiveness for Marine Protected Areas

March 26, 2026WIOMSA AdminWIOMPAN News

The Reef Resilience Network is excited to announce the launch of the new Management Effectiveness for Marine Protected Areas Online Course. This course is designed for MPA managers and staff who are moving beyond area designation and focusing on management effectiveness. Participants will gain foundational knowledge on what makes an MPA truly effective and learn...

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