Unfolding Progress for African Fair Seaweed Finance Facility (AFSFF)
The African Fair Seaweed Finance Facility (AFSFF) project is an initiative that is implemented in the coastal regions of Tanzania and Kenya, spearheaded by the Aqua-Farms Organization (AFO) and Mawimbi Ocean Innovations, and is set to revolutionize seaweed farming. This project is specifically designed to uplift women-led farming groups, cultivating sustainable practices and enhancing livelihoods. […]
How the USAID Heshimu Bahari Activity is empowering Kilwa’s Coastal Community
The USAID Heshimu Bahari Activity, which means “Respect the Ocean,” is helping local communities take care of their marine environment while improving their lives. We have had this conversation before. Over the past three months, Aqua-Farms Organization (AFO) has been busy running capacity building and training sessions for community members and local leaders. These aren’t […]
CHRONICLES OF THE MALIASILI COMMUNICATIONS WORKSHOP JUNE 2024
Our Executive Director Jerry Mang’ena likes to tell us that “communication is the lungs of any organization” and that took us back to Effective communication which is the cornerstone of any successful organization because it all lies in knowing what constitutes good communication, understanding our audiences, and shaping the perception. These critical elements were at […]
OUR INSIGHTS FROM WILDSCREEN FESTIVAL TANZANIA 2024 IN ARUSHA, TANZANIA
Asking for a sentence that best describes the Wildscreen Festival Tanzania 2024 #WSFTZ2024, Simply put can be ‘A Celebration of African Storytelling Brilliance’ Majestically Gorgeous right? Recalling the time in Arusha, Tanzania the #WSFTZ2024 took us all on a majestic safari I can say, taking us all on an immersive journey through our rich spirit […]
EMBRACING CARBON ONSETTING: A VALUABLE INSIGHT FROM PROF. JERRELL RICHER – GOSHEN COLLEGE
Yesterday (June 19th,2024), I had the privilege of hosting Prof. Jerrell from Goshen College, USA. Our discussion delved into the depths of environmental conservation and carbon management, and I came away with a profound understanding of a concept that has reshaped my approach to sustainability: carbon onsetting. Understanding Carbon Onsetting In the world of environmental […]
CONGRATULATIONS TO OUR OWN NANCY IRABA: 2024 National Geographic Wayfinder Award Recipient!
With so much honor and joy we are proud to announce that Nancy Iraba, our esteemed Underwater Program Lead at Aqua-Farms Organization, on June 6th 2024 was announced and honored to be among the recipients of the Prestigious 2024 Wayfinder Award presented by Kia and National Geographic! Nancy’s journey in marine conservation has been nothing […]
THE VOICE ACTIVITIES CLOSURE AFTER 8 YEARS OF SUCCESS
For the past eight years, The Voice has been committed to creating better communities in Eastern Africa, and we at Aqua-Farms Organization were lucky to be part of these wonderful years filled with impactful stories of growth and commitment. The Bahari Hub project was a major focus engagement we carried out under The Voice. […]
KILWA SEASCAPE ACTIVITY UNDER USAID HESHIMU BAHARI-INCEPTION & INTRODUCTION MEETING
In Kilwa’s Seascape, a transformative initiative is taking shape, one that promises to empower coastal communities and foster sustainable marine conservation. The USAID Heshimu Bahari project, a beacon of hope for Tanzania’s marine ecosystems, has entrusted Aqua-Farms Organization (AFO) and a number of several organizations with a pivotal role in this endeavor along Tanzania’s coastal […]
Empowering Change: Introducing The Africa Fair Seaweed Finance Facility
In a world grappling with the effects of climate change, the need for sustainable and resilient aquaculture practices has never been more pressing. Shallow water seaweed farmers, particularly in the Western Indian Ocean (WIO) region (Tanzania, Kenya and Mozambique), are facing unprecedented challenges. Lower yields and an increased prevalence of disease are symptomatic of the […]
Our January-March journey on the Mangrove Blue Carbon Project
The first quarter was so fast paced having a number of activities and targets we had to achieve as we set out for the project. 1. Research to support the carbon credit project Stakeholders Mapping & Risk Analysis The social-economic drivers for mangrove loss at the sites in Tanzania. Mapping mangrove ecosystem service and use […]