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Fifth International Blue Economy Conference Scheduled for September 2024

Latest Tanzania events news · Fifth International Blue Economy Conference Scheduled f… explained · 2024 updates · updated Aug 21, 2026 · breaking news · latest updates · explained

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  • Tanzania is aiming to increase private investment in its marine and freshwater resources to enhance the blue economy.
  • The Dar es Salaam Maritime Institute (DMI) is focusing on maritime education, research, and policy advice to help identify investment opportunities.
  • The Fifth International Blue Economy Conference is scheduled to take place from September 7 to 9, 2024, in Dar es Salaam.
  • DMI Rector, Prof Tumaini Gurumo, emphasized the need for stronger institutional systems and skilled workers to support the blue economy's expansion.
  • Tanzania's geographical advantages include access to the Indian Ocean, lakes, rivers, and islands, providing a diverse resource base for maritime-related businesses.

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The conference, held under the theme 'Enabling Blue Economy Activities for Sustainable Development in Africa,' is expected to bring together researchers, investors, government institutions and development partners to identify investment and partnership opportunities.

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