February 12
Africa: Impact of Red Sea Crisis On Africa – Red Flag or Red Herring?
Africa will feel the effects, but smart countries could derive some benefits from the Red Sea turmoil. Read more »
August 31, 2023
East Africa: Chinese Markets Deplete Lake Victoria's Nile Perch
Nile perch swim bladders, used in Chinese cuisine and traditional medicine, are illegally extracted from breeding and juvenile fish. Read more »
March 22, 2023
Africa: High Seas Treaty Needs Continent's Support to Work
Africa already shows innovation and leadership in ocean conservation, and countries must now push for early ratification. Read more »
January 31, 2023
Algeria: Plunder of Algeria's Red Gold
Will allowing red coral harvesting protect this precious species or add to its risk of extinction? Read more »
June 29, 2022
East Africa: Sea Cucumber Smuggling in East Africa Threatens Livelihoods and Ecosystems
Coordinating laws in the Western Indian Ocean region is a vital first step towards protecting sea cucumbers. Read more »
June 08, 2022
Africa: Saving Our Oceans With Africa's Great Blue Wall
With international backing, the innovative plan can boost blue economy investments and restore the health of our seas. Read more »
April 21, 2022
East Africa: Is Somali Piracy Finally Under Control?
With the lapsing of the Security Council's piracy resolution, Western Indian Ocean security practices can show their worth. Read more »