The sixth edition of the Ocean Innovation Africa (OIA) summit will take place in Dar es Salaam, Tanzania on February 24-28, 2025, as a flagship event within Regenerative Ocean Week.
Set to be Africa’s most significant platform for ocean innovation, conservation, and sustainable development in the blue economy, OIA2025 will be co-organised with leading partners including IUCN, GIZ, OceanHub Africa, Catalyze and the Ocean-Climate Platform.
The event will bring together African ocean innovators, investors, researchers, policymakers, and community leaders to explore practical solutions that can be applied across the continent. Themed “Science-to-Solution”, Regenerative Ocean Week will present a line-up of sessions designed to bridge the gap between scientific research, business innovation, policy, and community engagement.
These include the OIA Pitch Competition, which is a platform for Africa-based startups and entrepreneurs to showcase breakthrough ideas in ocean-impact solutions, allowing them to connect with investors and industry leaders and emphasizing Africa’s role in driving sustainable ocean initiatives.