Six marine sanctuaries recognized as Blue Parks, four of them in Africa
Six marine sanctuaries, including four in Africa, have been recognized as Blue Parks for their effective and equitable management in protecting marine ecosystems. The awards, given at the Our Ocean conference in Kenya, highlight the importance of involving Indigenous and local communities in conservation efforts. These protected areas demonstrate that meaningful ocean protection is achievable through diverse governance models and strong community engagement. The recognition supports global efforts to meet the 30×30 target of conserving 30% of the world’s marine areas by 2030.
Six marine protected areas, including four in Africa, were named Blue Parks for their effective and equitable management of ocean ecosystems.
These areas demonstrate successful models for marine conservation that involve local communities and meet global biodiversity goals.
The recognition highlights practical, community-driven solutions that inspire and guide global efforts to protect oceans sustainably.
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