Dr. (Mrs.) Felicia Chinwe Mogo, President and Founder of the African Marine Environment Sustainability Initiative (AFMESI), outlined the organization’s future targets at a recent gathering of stakeholders committed to achieving sustainable blue growth in Africa.
*Seven Key Pillars for Sustainable Blue Growth*
AFMESI’s Five-Year Strategic Plan focuses on seven key areas:
*Strengthening Coastal Community Integration*: Empowering coastal communities to manage marine resources sustainably through training and support.
*Promoting Innovation and Technology*: Advancing sustainable ocean management through cutting-edge technologies.
*Expanding Marine Conservation Efforts*: Protecting marine ecosystems through partnerships and policy advocacy.
*Addressing Climate Change*: Developing resilience plans to safeguard coastal regions.
*Building Capacity*: Educating policymakers, stakeholders, and youth on sustainable ocean governance.
*Ensuring Gender Equality and Youth Empowerment*: Promoting inclusive policies and opportunities.
*Establishing Financial Mechanisms*: Unlocking funding for sustainable blue economy projects.
*AFMESI’s Commitment to Sustainable Blue Growth*
Dr. Mogo emphasized the importance of collective action from governments, the private sector, academia, civil society, and coastal communities to achieve sustainable blue growth. AFMESI’s future targets are ambitious but achievable, aiming to build a resilient, sustainable, and inclusive blue economy.
