A Regional Reflection on Illegal Fishing in the South West Indian Ocean
From the shores of Tanzania, Kenya, and Mozambique to the islands of Zanzibar, Seychelles, Comoros, Mauritius, and Madagascar, the ocean binds us together. It feeds our nations, fuels our economies, and shapes our cultures. Yet it is also under immense threat, a threat that pays no respect to borders.
Turning the Tide: Why East Africa Must Unite Against Illegal Fishing
On September 1st, Ascending Africa, through its flagship initiative The Jahazi Project, brought together stakeholders from across East Africa and the Southwest Indian Ocean islands for the Blue Voices Roundtable in Dar es Salaam. More than a convening, the Roundtable marked the launch of a campaign dedicated to uniting governments, communities, and partners to end illegal, unreported, and unregulated fishing (IUUF) and to secure a sustainable blue economy for future generations.
Joint Communiqué: Blue Voices Roundtable on Combating IUUF in East Africa
PRESS RELEASE: 1st September 2025, Dar es Salaam, Tanzania We, the participants of the Blue Voices Roundtable on Combating Illegal, Unreported, and Unregulated Fishing (IUUF), convened under The Jahazi Project, and representing government institutions, civil society organisations, youth networks, academic institutions, and regional bodies from across East Africa, reaffirm our shared commitment to protecting marine […]
Blue Voices Roundtable to Unite Leaders in the Fight Against Illegal Fishing in East Africa
The Blue Voices Roundtable will examine the impact of IUUF in East Africa and foster regional collaboration with leaders from across the region. Participants will explore tech-driven conservation solutions, policy reforms, and strategies to strengthen enforcement and community engagement. The event will conclude with a joint action agenda to drive long-term protection of marine ecosystems.
Ascending Africa Sets Sail with The Jahazi Project, Expanding Its Mission to Protect East Africa’s Blue Economy
Ascending Africa today announced the transformation of its flagship marine conservation initiative from Kilindini to The Jahazi Project; a move that signals a broadened scope, renewed vigor, and deeper commitment to protecting the East African coast and Southwest Indian Ocean nations.
Illegal Fishing Is Robbing East Africa’s Future: It is Time to Fight Back
Our oceans, the lifeblood of our planet, are facing unprecedented challenges. From the devastating impacts of climate change to the ever-growing menace of plastic pollution, the threats to marine ecosystems are multiplying at an alarming rate.