South West Indian Ocean Tuna Forum -Swiotuna

22/07/2026

Incase you missed our webinar on Implementing the BBNJ in the SWIO region.

The webinar introduced stakeholders in the South West Indian Ocean to the BBNJ Agreement and its implications for fisheries governance.

It reinforced the importance of early engagement, cross-sector collaboration, and coordinated regional action ahead of COP1. The discussions highlighted that effective implementation will require strong national coordination, meaningful participation of coastal communities, and closer collaboration between governments, regional organizations, research institutions, and civil society.

By initiating these conversations early, SWIOTUNA has positioned itself as a key regional platform for building awareness and supporting informed participation in the implementation of the BBNJ Agreement.

Watch it here:

The session aimed to explore the implications of the BBNJ Agreement...

14/06/2026

SWIOTUNA will be at the in the in Mombasa, Kenya from the 16th-18th June 2026. As a regional network working to promote sustainable tuna fisheries, strengthen ocean governance, and amplify the voices of coastal communities across the South West Indian Ocean, this conference provides an important platform to advance our commitments and share our experiences.

SWIOTUNA team will be actively engaged in key events as speakers and participants, contributing to discussions on sustainable fisheries, marine conservation, and the blue economy.

We look forward to connecting with partners, exploring new opportunities, fostering collaborations, and expanding our network to drive collective action for a healthy and sustainable ocean.

03/06/2026

A big thank you to everyone who joined our webinar on Implementing the BBNJ Agreement. Your participation and insights made the discussion rich and meaningful.

03/06/2026

Reminder!!
Our webinar on Implementing the BBNJ Agreement in the SWIO Region is happening today, 3 June 2026, from 11:00 AM–12:30 PM EAT.
Join us for an engaging discussion with our distinguished speakers and participants.

🔗 Registration link: https://uow-au.zoom.us/meeting/register/uCTz9_W-Rv2Y27GU7gHNYw

Please join a few minutes early. We look forward to your participation!

28/05/2026

We are happy to confirm our key speakers for the upcoming webinar on Implementing BBNJ. The session will discuss what the BBNJ Agreement means for the SWIO region, especially for the fisheries sector.

Registration is still open, and we would appreciate your support in sharing this opportunity with your networks and members to encourage more people to register and join.

The webinar details are as follows:

Date: 3rd June 2026

Time: 11:00am – 12:30pm EAT

Registration link: https://uow-au.zoom.us/meeting/register/uCTz9_W-Rv2Y27GU7gHNYw

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15/05/2026

SAVE THE DATE!!!! Webinar – BBNJ Implementation

📅 3 June 2026 | 🕚 11:00 AM (Kenyan Time) | 💻 Zoom

Register Here: https://uow-au.zoom.us/meeting/register/uCTz9_W-Rv2Y27GU7gHNYw

This webinar will discuss the implications of the BBNJ Agreement for the SWIO region, particularly its relevance to fisheries governance and regional preparedness following its entry into force on 17 January 2026.

🔔 Details on speakers to follow.

01/05/2026

13/04/2026

DevelopmentAid and SWIOTUNA Announce Strategic Partnership

DevelopmentAid and the South West Indian Ocean Tuna Forum (SWIOTUNA) are pleased to announce the launch of a strategic partnership aimed at empowering civil society organizations, fisheries stakeholders, and coastal communities across the South West Indian Ocean region to better access international development and funding opportunities.

Through this collaboration, SWIOTUNA members will gain privileged access to the DevelopmentAid platform: https://www.developmentaid.org

DevelopmentAid is a leading information and networking platform for organizations and professionals active in the international development sector. It provides comprehensive access to tenders, grants, project intelligence, expert databases, and partnership opportunities from major development banks, donors, and institutions worldwide.

In addition, SWIOTUNA members will benefit from exclusive discounted access to TenderWell: https://tenderwell.com
A powerful global procurement intelligence tool that enables organizations to track government tenders and procurement notices across nearly 200 countries, supporting more informed and timely decision-making.

Empowering SWIOTUNA Members
This partnership is designed to strengthen the capacity and global engagement of SWIOTUNA members by enabling them to:
1. Identify and pursue relevant international grants, tenders, and funding opportunities in fisheries, marine conservation, and blue economy sectors
2. Access high-quality market intelligence and procurement insights
3. Build strategic partnerships with international organizations, donors, and development actors
4. Enhance participation in regional and global initiatives related to sustainable fisheries and ocean governance

By combining SWIOTUNA’s strong regional network and advocacy role in sustainable fisheries with DevelopmentAid’s global development intelligence and TenderWell’s procurement tracking capabilities, this partnership creates a powerful ecosystem for collaboration, capacity building, and impact.

Together, the partners aim to unlock new opportunities for organizations in the South West Indian Ocean region to actively contribute to and benefit from international development initiatives, while promoting sustainable management of marine resources and inclusive blue economy growth

Innovative membership organization offering services to the international sector. Instant access to high quality CV’s, procurement notices shortlist and awards information.

25/03/2026

SWIOTUNA recently returned from an inspiring Blue Forest Conservation & Blue Carbon Learning Exchange in Indonesia organized by WWF SWIO and WWF Indonesia. Together with partners from across regions, we exchanged knowledge on protecting vital coastal ecosystems through sustainable finance, community benefit-sharing, strong legal frameworks, and inclusive governance.
Highlights included practical sessions on developing bankable blue carbon projects, designing equitable benefit-sharing systems, and building community-driven conservation models plus unforgettable field visits to Labuan Bajo and Komodo National Park.
SWIOTUNA proudly shared Kenya’s successful community-led approaches, showing how locally grounded solutions can drive real impact.
We’re now bringing these lessons back home to strengthen blue carbon initiatives across the Western Indian Ocean for healthier ecosystems and empowered coastal communities!

23/01/2026

🎉 Happy New Year, Members & Partners! 🎉

As part of our continued efforts to strengthen CSO engagement in fisheries management and ocean governance, SWIOTUNA will be launching a new 2026 Webinar Series, building on the success of our 2024–25 sessions.

To ensure the upcoming webinars are relevant and impactful, we invite you to share the topics and issues you would like covered. The series will be delivered in collaboration with our partners and technical experts.

📝 Take just 5 minutes to complete the survey and help shape the 2026 Webinar Series: https://forms.gle/T7PQznYuXJksn57q8 and help shape the 2026 webinar series.

Thank you for your continued partnership — we look forward to learning and engaging together in the year ahead. 🌍🐟