Publications

A practical guide to developing inclusive capacity development plans for marine protected areas (MPAs) and locally managed marine areas (LMMAs) in the Western Indian Ocean. This booklet helps facilitators, community […]

A collection of training guides, toolkits and learning resources to strengthen the governance and management of marine protected areas (MPAs) and locally managed marine areas (LMMAs) in the Western Indian […]

The Western Indian Ocean Marine Science Association (WIOMSA) and the Nairobi Convention Secretariat have released the newest volume of the WIO Science to Policy Platform Series (Volume 1, Issue 2, […]

In 2025, WIOMSA directed its strategic focus toward bridging the divide between scientific research, decision-making, and implementation across the Western Indian Ocean (WIO). Connecting knowledge and change, WIOMSA made significant […]

The June 2026 issue of the WIOMSA Newsbrief is now published, capturing a pivotal period for ocean governance and regional cooperation in the Western Indian Ocean (WIO). This edition spotlights […]

The Gender Action Plan for the Hifadhi Blu Programme (2025–2029) is a first-of-its-kind strategic framework designed to embed gender equity and social inclusion in Ocean Conservation Areas (OCAs) across the […]

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 […]

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 […]