President William Ruto announced that Kenya will host the 11th Our Ocean Conference in 2026. The decision came after a phone call with John Kerry, the conference's founder. Kenya was selected for its leadership in environmental and ocean issues.
The conference brings together governments, nonprofits, businesses, and academic experts to address critical ocean challenges. These include climate change, biodiversity loss, food security, and pollution. Since 2014, the event has mobilized over 2,600 commitments worth approximately $140 billion.
Ruto sees the conference as an opportunity to showcase Kenya's blue economy agenda and champion African climate action. The event will focus on the Indian Ocean, a resource shared by 23 countries. Kenya has been recognized for its pioneering national policies on ocean pollution.
The conference is by invitation only and features a main plenary and side events. It provides a platform for collaboration and dialogue on ocean conservation. Participants will work to develop actionable solutions for protecting marine environments.
Korea will host the 2025 conference in Busan, setting the stage for Kenya's 2026 event. The conference aims to transform the ocean's perception of crisis into a source of hope. Participants will discuss innovative approaches to sustainable ocean development and conservation.
The conference brings together governments, nonprofits, businesses, and academic experts to address critical ocean challenges. These include climate change, biodiversity loss, food security, and pollution. Since 2014, the event has mobilized over 2,600 commitments worth approximately $140 billion.
Ruto sees the conference as an opportunity to showcase Kenya's blue economy agenda and champion African climate action. The event will focus on the Indian Ocean, a resource shared by 23 countries. Kenya has been recognized for its pioneering national policies on ocean pollution.
The conference is by invitation only and features a main plenary and side events. It provides a platform for collaboration and dialogue on ocean conservation. Participants will work to develop actionable solutions for protecting marine environments.
Korea will host the 2025 conference in Busan, setting the stage for Kenya's 2026 event. The conference aims to transform the ocean's perception of crisis into a source of hope. Participants will discuss innovative approaches to sustainable ocean development and conservation.
