Nairobi Convention-COP12 Tanzania 2026

The 12th Conference of Parties (COP12) to the Nairobi Convention brings together governments, environmental organizations, scientists, development partners, coastal communities and other stakeholders to advance cooperation on the protection and sustainable management of the Western Indian Ocean marine and coastal environment. Tanzania’s hosting of COP12 provides an important platform for sharing knowledge, strengthening partnerships and advancing solutions for marine conservation, climate resilience and sustainable blue economy development.