Seeking the opportunities and Challenges of Blue Economy Sustainable Development: A study of Dar es salaam coastal area Tanzania

Abstract

A sustainable ocean economy is achieved by improving economic, environmental and social performance. Unfortunately, Tanzania’s Marine and costal ecosystem are threatened by overfishing, mangroves and coral reefs and marine debris degradation. Thus, this research analyses the blue ocean business model in coastal areas of Dar es Salaam Tanzania. Key findings from the case studies in this report include the importance of establishing a trusted and diversified knowledge base, complimented with resources which help inspire and support innovation; as well as the importance of developing an engaged process of stakeholder consultation and co-creation of a vision for a Blue Economy