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Oct

Save the Date! IPOS Consultation Webinar: Introducing ‘Towards IPOS’ to WIO-ECSN

October 8, 2024WIOMSA AdminNews

The International Panel for Ocean Sustainability (IPOS) consortium, in collaboration with the Western Indian Ocean Early Career Scientists Network (WIO-ECSN), is thrilled to announce a consultation webinar to introduce the “Towards IPOS Initiative” to WIO-ECSN. The Towards IPOS initiative aims to enhance the global ocean knowledge-decision interface by fostering collaboration among diverse stakeholders. WIO-ECSN, a...

Oct

The WIOMSA Newsbrief has been published

October 7, 2024WIOMSA AdminNews

The latest issue of the WIOMSA Newsbrief is out! As we reflect on recent developments in the Western Indian Ocean region, the September issue highlights key outcomes from the Eleventh Meeting of the Nairobi Convention Conference of Parties (COP 11), showcasing renewed commitments to ocean conservation and governance. We celebrate the exciting announcements of WIOMSA’s...

Sep

2024 African Conservation Awards Nominations Now Open

September 20, 2024WIOMSA AdminNews

The Game Rangers’ Association of Africa (GRAA) is pleased to announce that nominations are now open for the 2024 African Conservation Awards. This prestigious annual celebration recognises the vital contributions of rangers and their supporters in conservation efforts across the magnificent land and seascapes of Africa. The African Conservation Awards welcome members of the public, non-profits,...

Sep

Call for Contributions: Special Edition of the Western Indian Ocean Journal of Marine Science

September 20, 2024WIOMSA AdminNews

Theme: Livelihoods and Gender Dimensions in Small-Scale Fisheries in the WIO Region Small-scale fisheries (SSF) play a pivotal role in the livelihoods of coastal communities in the Western Indian Ocean (WIO) region, providing essential income and employment through both fishing and the broader fishery-based value chain. However, many participants in these fisheries operate informally and...

Aug

Orcas spotted in Tanzania!

August 29, 2024WIOMSA AdminNews

A large family group of orcas – a.k.a. killer whales – (Orcinus orca) was recently observed in coastal waters of southern Tanzania during dedicated cetacean research conducted by the Tanzania Cetacean Program (TCP) in collaboration with Marine Mammals Research Association, Deniz Memelileri Araştırma Derneği (DMAD) and Mnazi Bay Ruvuma Estuary Marine Park (MBREMP). Orcas are a globally distributed species...

Aug

Nominations open: Election of WIOMSA Country Coordinators

August 27, 2024WIOMSA AdminNews

WIOMSA is excited to announce the election process for new WIOMSA Country Coordinators! The terms of the current WIOMSA Country Coordinators have come to an end. As outlined in the WIOMSA Constitution, Country Coordinators are elected by members within their respective countries. Nominations for these positions are now open! Country Coordinator Election Process As per the...

Aug

13th WIOMSA Scientific Symposium

August 27, 2024WIOMSA AdminNews

The Western Indian Ocean Marine Science Association (WIOMSA) and the Kenya Marine and Fisheries Research Institute (KMFRI) are proud to co-host the 13th WIOMSA Scientific Symposium in Mombasa, Kenya, in October 2025! This event will feature a hybrid format, accommodating both in-person and virtual participation. The first call for abstracts, along with comprehensive details about...

Aug

WIO-ECSN Survey: Shaping our Path

August 27, 2024WIOMSA AdminNews

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 member or partner, your feedback will significantly impact how the network evolves, enabling it to better serve your needs and expectations. The survey aims to gather insights into how you define the...

Aug

Journeys to the Sea: The story about Magumba

August 23, 2024WIOMSA AdminJourneys to the Sea, News

By Sofia Chambe, Mozambique Impact of this particular fish species in Mozambique fishing community Magumba is the name given to a specific fish species that scientifically is named Hilsa Kelle or Kelee shad. It is characterised by the presence of many spines, sized 9 to 14 centimetres long. The females are always larger than the...

Aug

Journeys To The Sea: A Lesson From An Elderly Fisherman

August 21, 2024WIOMSA AdminJourneys to the Sea, News

By Alberto Mavume, Mozambique This story takes place within the Incomáti Estuary, located in the Southeastern part of Africa, north of Maputo Bay, Mozambique. The area comprises the downstream part of the Incomati River that rises in South Africa, and then flows through South Africa, Eswatini and Mozambique to reach the Indian Ocean in...

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