Publications

We are excited to announce the publication of a new issue of the Western Indian Ocean Journal of Marine Science (WIOJMS) —Volume 25, Issue 2. This issue brings together the […]

The rapid expansion of ports and shipping in the Western Indian Ocean presents both opportunities and challenges for sustainable development. This new policy brief explores how the region can balance […]

This working paper provides the first comprehensive analysis of how Our Ocean Conference (OOC) commitments are being implemented across Africa. Covering over a decade of voluntary pledges, the assessment highlights […]

Small-scale fisheries are critical for food security, livelihoods, and coastal economies across the Western Indian Ocean, supporting millions of people. Despite extensive data collection, fragmented and incompatible systems prevent countries […]

WIOMSA is pleased to announce the release of the Mafia Island Nature-Based Tourism Case Study, authored by the African Leadership University’s School of Wildlife Conservation with support from a SCALABLE […]

A pioneering regional report led by African Leadership University’s School of Wildlife Conservation and funded under WIOMSA’s SCALABLE project grant is out! While tourism is a cornerstone of the Blue […]

WIOMSA’s May Newsbrief is here! This edition introduces a refreshed format with new segments dedicated to Capacity, Science, and Policy, as well as a section featuring updates from WIOMSA member […]

We are pleased to announce the publication of the latest issue of the Western Indian Ocean Journal of Marine Science (WIOJMS) — Volume 24, Issue 2 (July- Dec 2025). This issue is packed […]

Discover the December WIOMSA Newsbrief: A Bumper Edition of Marine Innovation & Action! This quarter, WIOMSA and its partners have advanced several initiatives and achieved key regional milestones. Highlights include […]

We are pleased to announce that the official report of the 13th WIOMSA Scientific Symposium, held in September 2025 in Mombasa, Kenya, is now available. The report details the event’s […]