28th September – 3rd October 2025, Pride Inn Paradise Resort, Mombasa, Kenya

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Marc de Villiers
A new article released ahead of the 13th WIOMSA Scientific Symposium highlights the growing momentum for ocean stewardship in the Western Indian Ocean. From large-scale coral reef and seagrass assessments to groundbreaking marine spatial planning and community-driven restoration, regional partners are demonstrating what “One Ocean, One Future” truly means. These efforts are already building resilience,...
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Dr Blandina Lugendo welcomes you to #WIOMSA2025- the premier regional event on ocean science and marine conservation. With 17 days to go, the 13th WIOMSA Symposium taking place in Mombasa, Kenya will be a momentous occasion for knowledge exchange, network strengthening and impactful collaboration in the marine sector.
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We are officially one month away from the 13th WIOMSA Scientific Symposium. Listen to what #OneOceanOneFuture signifies as we gear up for #WIOMSA2025 in Mombasa, Kenya!
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Ambassador Gichuhi, the Chair, IOC Africa, welcomes you all to attend #WIOMSA2025 as we connect science, policy and people for a thriving Western Indian Ocean. Register to secure your spot at the 13th WIOMSA Symposium in Mombasa, Kenya. Click here to view the video.
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The Western Indian Ocean (WIO) region is surging with scientific momentum as WIOMSA prepares to host its 13th Scientific Symposium in Mombasa, Kenya, from 28 September to 3 October 2025. With a record-breaking 1,190 abstracts, 55 special sessions, and 32 mini-symposia submitted, the event is set to be WIOMSA’s most dynamic and inclusive yet. Click...
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On this World Oceans Day, we are delighted to announce that WIOMSA Symposium has been officially endorsed as an Ocean Decade Activity! The Symposium theme, One Ocean, One Future: Connecting People, Policy, and Science for a Thriving Western Indian Ocean highlights the unique opportunities and challenges facing the WIO as it seeks sustainable ocean management....
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We are excited to announce that we are now accepting proposals for mini symposia at the upcoming 13th WIOMSA Symposium! We invite engaging mini symposia proposals focusing on discussions around the themes of the event, with a particular focus on regional issues that advance knowledge synthesis, research, and policy recommendations. Proposal Guidelines If you’re interested...
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Abstract submissions for the 13th WIOMSA Symposium, taking place in Mombasa, Kenya, from September 29 to October 4, 2025, are now open! We invite innovative and impactful abstracts focused on marine and coastal science and management, organized around three core themes and ten sub-themes . The deadline for submissions is March 28, 2025. Additionally, there...
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The Western Indian Ocean Marine Science Association (WIOMSA) and the Kenya Marine and Fisheries Research Institute, in collaboration with the Nairobi Convention and UNESCO Intergovernmental Oceanographic Sub Commission for Africa & the Adjacent Island States (IOCAFRICA) Secretariat are pleased to announce the Thirteenth WIOMSA Scientific Symposium, which will be held in Mombasa, Kenya from September...
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