The Regenerative Seascapes for People, Climate and Nature (ReSea) Project has strengthened sustainable livelihoods in Pemba, Tanzania, by providing productive equipment to community-based and women-led Blue Economy Enterprises. The initiative aims to improve coastal resilience, support local businesses, and promote sustainable marine resource management.
The equipment handover marks an important step in expanding opportunities for women and youth involved in blue economy activities, including seaweed farming and processing, sea cucumber farming, crab fattening, and sardine processing. The support is designed to increase productivity, improve incomes, and encourage environmentally responsible coastal enterprises.
The initiative is part of ReSea’s Blue People Pillar, which focuses on increasing access to economic opportunities for coastal communities. Through equipment support, entrepreneurship training, technical guidance, and market connections, the project has strengthened 12 Blue Economy Enterprises with 259 members, most of whom are women and young people.
The programme also focuses on strengthening community participation in marine governance. It has supported 28 Beach Management Units and Shehia Fisheries Committees across the Tanga–Pemba Seascape, helping communities play a stronger role in protecting marine ecosystems and managing natural resources sustainably.
A key highlight of the event was the launch of the Chamanangwe Community Learning Centre, a new facility designed to support training, knowledge exchange, innovation, and climate adaptation solutions. The centre will help local communities and leaders develop practical approaches to protect coastal environments while improving resilience to climate change.
The ReSea Project demonstrates how collaboration between communities, governments, conservation organizations, and international partners can drive sustainable development. By investing in local enterprises and nature-based solutions, the initiative is helping create stronger coastal economies that benefit both people and marine ecosystems.
The project operates across Kenya, Tanzania, Mozambique, Madagascar, and Comoros, supporting inclusive marine conservation, climate adaptation, and sustainable blue economy opportunities for coastal communities.
