OUR BLUE FUTURE

For an inclusive and sustainable Blue Economy
in the Western Indian Ocean region

WHO WE ARE

Our Blue Future is a multi-stakeholder initiative for an inclusive and sustainable blue economy in the Western Indian Ocean region.

We are a public – private – civil society alliance that fosters a diverse network of impact-oriented partnerships, projects and champions.

We actively contribute to the common vision of a healthy, prosperous and resilient future for the region’s communities, businesses and natural habitats.

Building on existing initiatives, we empower people and lever resources to promote good governance, innovation and stewardship, catalysing sustainable livelihoods, enterprises and ecosystems.

NEWS & EVENTS

Accelerating the transition to inclusive sustainable blue economy in the Western Indian Ocean (WIO) through shared learning in Our Blue Future (OBF) collaborative system

Local communities play an important role in utilizing and managing coastal and marine resources and ecosystems including fisheries, species of special importance, coral reefs and mangroves. The local communities depend …

Our Blue Future partners join efforts to provide training on Sustainable Blue Economy

Maputo, 31st May 2023 – Our Blue Future partners, the Deutsche Gesellschaft für Internationale Zusammenarbeit (GIZ), World Wildlife Fund (WWF) and Mozambican Blue Economy Development Fund (ProAzul) collaborated with the Swedish …

From Linear to Circular: The Future for a Sustainable Blue Economy

The ocean and the blue economy have a significant role to play in transitioning to a circular economy. A circular economy model in the ocean and blue economy would mean …

Sea Turtle Conservation Stories – with WWF Kenya

“I want the Turtles of my Childhood Back!” Of the eight different species of sea turtles found worldwide, the Western Indian Ocean is home to five: the Green turtle, Hawksbill, …

Innovative approaches to inclusive sustainable blue economy in the Western Indian Ocean (WIO) Region: An outcome of the Ocean Innovation Africa Summit

The Western Indian Ocean (WIO) is a biodiversity hotspot endowed with rich habitats, ecosystems and marine based resources. It is estimated that the WIO region is valued at US$ 20 …

WHAT WE DO

Our Blue Future works at many levels, but is primarily focused on mobilising and channeling technical, financial, and advocacy support to support enterprises and communities become more sustainable for the health of the ocean.

“There are 60 million people reliant on the Western Indian Ocean for their livelihoods and survival. Whether business, industry or at community level, only by bringing together all the voices towards common objectives will everyone be able to benefit in a sustainable blue future together “

Dr Tim Andrew, Nairobi Convention Secretariat

THE WESTERN INDIAN OCEAN REGION

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WE ARE 23 PARTNERS AND GROWING

JOIN US

Our Blue Future is still in its development phase, with a growing alliance of local, regional and international partner organisations, charting its design and future.

If you believe your organisation is well placed to contribute to Our Blue Future’s mission with time, mandate, expertise and/or financial resources please don’t hesitate to contact us.

Our Events

Here you can find upcoming and past events and activities related to our mission of creating an Inclusive and Sustainable Blue Economy. These events bring together scientists, policymakers, activists, industry leaders and more to discuss and work on the most pressing issues impacting the Western Indian Ocean.