Ocean Innovation Africa 2025 (OIA2025) is Africa’s premier gathering for advancing sustainable solutions within the blue economy, taking place as part of Regenerative Ocean Week (ROW) from February 24-28, 2025, in Dar es Salaam, Tanzania. This dynamic event is co-hosted by key organizations such as IUCN, GIZ, OceanHub Africa, and the Ocean-Climate Platform. Together, these partners aim to drive science-to-solution pathways that tackle Africa’s pressing ocean and coastal challenges, fostering a more resilient and regenerative ocean economy.
The vision behind OIA2025 is to create a thriving, sustainable blue economy for Africa where innovation, partnership, and responsible practices converge to benefit both communities and marine ecosystems. The event’s overarching goal is to build a collaborative platform that bridges the gap between scientific research, entrepreneurship, and sustainable policy-making, creating impactful, real-world solutions. By assembling key players in the blue economy—from innovators to investors and policymakers — ROW aims to empower ocean advocates and drive sustainable growth across Africa.
Throughout OIA2025 (& ROW), attendees will engage in a variety of activities that support this vision. The OIA Pitch Competition is open to African-based startups and entrepreneurs, providing a stage for ventures and innovative solutions to gain visibility and connect with investors. This is accompanied by Pecha Kucha sessions and hands-on workshops, where professionals and emerging leaders can share their ideas, challenges, and unique perspectives on sustainable ocean practices. The event also features Panel Discussions and Seaside Chats, showcasing tangible ocean-impact innovations and allowing for rich dialogues among stakeholders from different sectors. With networking excursions like beach-clean ups, participants can connect in an engaging setting that encourages community engagement and environmental stewardship.
OIA2025, at ROW, places a strong emphasis on cross-sectoral partnerships, recognizing that collaboration is key to achieving the outcomes Africa’s blue economy needs. With support from influential organizations like IUCN, GIZ, OceanHub Africa, and the Ocean-Climate Platform, OIA2025 is designed to catalyze new partnerships, identify synergies, and provide a roadmap for investment, growth, and sustainability. These partnerships not only strengthen the platform’s impact but also help create pathways for funding, innovation, and environmental advocacy across the continent.
Attending OIA2025 offers a unique chance to be part of Africa’s leading platform for ocean innovation and sustainable development. By joining us in Dar es Salaam, participants will engage with thought leaders, foster meaningful connections, and contribute to shaping the future of Africa’s blue economy.
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