With only 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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📌4 days to go till registration closes for #WIOMSA2025. Register by 20th August 2025 on: symposium.wiomsa.org/register/

Join the WIO ocean science community to celebrate excellence in regional marine science and conservation.

📌Register before 20th August to attend #WIOMSA2025: symposium.wiomsa.org/register/

This promises to be WIOMSA’s most dynamic and inclusive scientific gathering yet, showcasing the vibrant scientific momentum in the Western Indian Ocean region.

Read about the abstract statistics on: blog.wiomsa.net?p=236759

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Register for #WIOMSA2025 and join us this September 28th-October 3rd as we showcase and advance meaningful action and collaboration for our oceans.

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As we gear up for “One Ocean, One Future” at the 13th WIOMSA Symposium, we reflect on the valuable science and efforts that highlight the Western Indian Ocean’s significance in sustaining biodiversity and coastal livelihoods.

All participants are required to register online by 20th August 2025.

Explore the various registration options and find out more on: symposium.wiomsa.org/register/

Submissions are open on a rolling basis. For more information on how to engage, visit: blog.wiomsa.net/2025/05/15/b...

Organisers will help shape the agenda and generate meaningful outcomes for regional and global ocean efforts.

To learn more and access the proposal template and room hire packages, visit: symposium.wiomsa.org/special-sess...

Proposals are welcome for a range of activities, including publication launches, film screenings, evening networking receptions, art installations, and campaign unveilings. The submission deadline is 30th June 2025.

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A new abstract submission record for #WIOMSA2025! 1190 abstracts were received - the highest number in WIOMSA’s history!

Stay tuned for abstract acceptance feedback and for more updates on registration dates. For more information on the Symposium, visit: symposium.wiomsa.org

These are critical for informed decision making, driving regional frameworks for collaboration, and underpinning coastal community stewardship in the Western Indian Ocean (WIO) region.

The impressive depth and breadth of marine science, policy development and community engagement is reflected in the 892 oral and 297 poster presentations submitted for the #WIOMSA2025.