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Marc de Villiers
01
Nov

Tenth WIOMSA Scientific Symposium: First Announcement and Call for Abstracts

November 1, 2016, ,
The Western Indian Ocean Marine Science Association (WIOMSA), the Institute of Marine Science (IMS) and the Department of Aquatic Sciences and Fisheries (DASF) [both of the University of Dar es Salaam] and the Tanzania Fisheries Institute (TAFIRI) are pleased to announce the Tenth WIOMSA Scientific Symposium which will be held in Dar es Salaam, Tanzania...
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13
Oct

Call for applications: Workshop on Assessment of Management Effectiveness of marine protected areas (MPAs)

October 13, 2016, ,
Wildlife Conservation Society (WCS) is inviting submission of applications to attend a “Assessment of Management Effectiveness of marine protected areas (MPAs): a workshop to identify appropriate regional approaches and methodologies, and to integrate these with ongoing initiatives to build management capacity in the Western Indian Ocean”, that will be held in Mombasa, Kenya from 5...
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04
Oct

Latest WIOMSA Newsbrief Published

October 4, 2016, ,
The September edition of the quarterly WIOMSA Newsbrief is out. The issue features regional news, articles from WIOMSA’s MARG Grantees and stories from newly minted PhDs.  The articles include: Managing Non-Academic Impact of Research: Capacity Building for Impact Training held in Mombasa. WIOFish Revamped Training on Scientific Cruise Planning, Oceanographic Sampling, Fisheries and Data Management. MARG...
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13
Sep

The 2015 Annual Report is out!

September 13, 2016, ,
2015 Annual Report is out! WIOMSA prepares its Annual Report each year to highlight its key activities and achievements to our members, partners and stakeholders. The report also profiles selected work from its grantees and WIOMSA’s partners.   Hope you will enjoy reading it. Comments are welcome.   Download the full Report.
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11
Aug

Whales and Dolphins – A Field Guide to Marine Mammals of East Africa

August 11, 2016
This practical guide contains all the information you need to be able to identify whales, dolphins and dugongs in East Africa coastal waters. This guide describes the unique characteristics of 33 different species one may find in these waters. The guide will prove indispensable for whale and dolphin watchers, students in the region and indeed...
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10
Aug

The Maputo Bay Ecosystem

August 10, 2016
This book presents the current knowledge about Maputo Bay in Mozambique, the largest coastal embayment in the country and a major feature along the eastern African coastline. Located on the fringe of the tropical Western Indian Ocean, Maputo Bay is a rich natural complex estuarine system forming a vast and heterogeneous environment with a diverse...
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10
Aug

Sharks and Rays A Field Guide to Common Elasmobranchs of East Africa

August 10, 2016
Elasmobranchs (sharks and rays) are among the most fascinating but also the most unknown and misunderstood animals of our oceans. With nearly 200 species recorded, the East African region is a major hotspot for sharks and rays in the world. However, very little is known about their status, distribution, and taxonomy, whereas a large number...
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10
Aug

A Field Guide to the Seashores of Eastern Africa and the Western Indian Ocean Islands

August 10, 2016
A Field Guide to the Seashores of Eastern Africa and the Western Indian Ocean Islands Third Edition – is completely revised. Packed with 1,650 species of plants and animals from all coastal habitats, 155 pages of stunning watercolour illustrations and hundreds of detailed line drawings, this riveting guide is an invaluable source of information for...
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28
Jul

Call for applications Training of trainers in MPA law in the Western Indian Ocean

July 28, 2016, ,
The Biodiversity Project, funded by the European Union (EU) and implemented by the Indian Ocean Commission (IOC) is pleased to announce a call for applications for a Training of trainers in MPA law in the Western Indian Ocean. The Training will be held in two sessions: i) In Seychelles from 26 to 30 September 2016....
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11
Jul

The latest Issue of the WIOMSA Newsbrief is out!

July 11, 2016, ,
The June Issue of the WIOMSA Newsbrief is out, with interesting articles written by different authors. This Issue contains articles on a publication on SWIOFP results, development of mariculture in the region; sharing experiences of co-management of small-scale fisheries and description of the recently approved MASMA projects. Also included are summaries of workshops/meetings/courses organized between...
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