The Ministry of Mining, Blue Economy and Maritime Affairs @MiBeMa_2022 hosted a high-level consultative meeting with Coastal Leadership at PrideInn Paradise, Mombasa. On behalf of Hon. @HassanAliJoho , EGH, Cabinet Secretary Mining, Blue Economy and Maritime Affairs, I apprised the leadership on the status of Kenya’s preparedness to host the 11th Our Ocean Conference (OOC), a landmark global forum on marine conservation, sustainable blue economy and climate action. The meeting was graced by His Excellency Abdulswamad Shariff Nassir @A_S_Nassir , Governor of Mombasa County; His Excellency Andrew Mwadime, Governor of Taita Taveta County; H.E. Major(Rtd) Dhadho Godhana, Governor of Tana River County; and Deputy Governor Josephat Chirema Kombo of Kwale County. Also present were Senators Juma Boy Juma (Kwale) and Mohamed Faki (Mombasa), Members of Parliament from Likoni, Kaloleni, Changamwe, Ganze, Kilifi, Mvita, and Rabai; my colleague Mr. Harry Kimtai @KimtaiHarry Principal Secretary State Department for Mining; as well as senior National Government officials and County Government representatives from across the Coast Region all united in support of Kenya’s historic role as the first African host of this prestigious conference.
The primary objective of the engagement was to brief the coastal leadership on the current progress of OOC11 preparations, including logistics, security, substantive programme development and stakeholder coordination, while also seeking their feedback, priorities and commitments. The Ministry listened carefully to the concerns and suggestions raised by H.E. Governors Abdulswamad and Mwadime and the broader coastal leadership, particularly on the role of counties in the conference delivery, the involvement of local communities and artists, and the need for clearer guidance on county-level responsibilities.
Moving forward, the Ministry and Coastal Leadership reaffirmed their commitment to forging a united front and deepening collaboration as Kenya gears up to host the most successful and impactful Our Ocean Conference ever. Coastal counties will be actively integrated into the national planning structures, ensuring that the Coast Region plays a central role in showcasing Kenya’s blue economy achievements, mobilising commitments, and inspiring global action for our oceans.
On 13/5/2026, FLTF, alongside community members together with
@kefs_kenya@KeForestService
took part in mangrove restoration at Majoreni, Kwale County, planting 10,000 seedlings in line with 15B trees by 2032 agenda. This aligns with FLTF’s mandate on ecosystem restoration
Today, as we mark Earth Day, we are reminded that our oceans, lakes, and rivers are the backbone of our livelihoods and food security.
#FLTF#Blueeconomy#earthday
On 18/3/2026, FLTF, alongside community members together with @kefs_kenya ,@KeForestService took part in mangrove restoration at Majoreni, Kwale County, planting 10,000 seedlings in line with 15B trees by 2032 agenda.
This aligns with FLTF’s mandate on ecosystem restoration
#FLTF
with her collegues PS Maritime Affairs @GeoffreyKaituko & PS Mining @ElijahGMwangi led the tree planting team.Lamu County leadership led by the Governor @IssaTimamy was also in attendance .This initiative is a crucial step towards mitigating climate change. #TreePlantingDay
Productivity Mainstreaming training on data collection and validation, development of a data collection tool and the process of index computation as targeted in the financial year 2023/24 Performance contracting.
Drive safely this Easter holiday! Remember, it's not just about reaching your destination, but ensuring everyone arrives safely. #RoadSafety#EasterTravel
PS Betsy Njagi, on Friday, led the SDBEF team in sensitizing the Parliamentary Departmental Committee on Blue Economy and Irrigation, chaired by Hon. David Bowen, on the recently published 8 regulations under the FMDA. The FLO is one of the recently published regulations.
FLTF, KFMA, and SDBEF&F paid a courtesy visit to CECM Dr. John Agili in Homa Bay County, briefing him on their mission to sensitize BMUs on FLTF & KFMA mandates and organize BMUs into cooperatives. Phase III in Homa Bay County has officially commenced. #fltf#kfma
FLTF, in collaboration with the KFMA, State Department for Cooperatives, and the County Government of Siaya, undertook the task of sensitizing 20 BMUs on its mandate and organizing the BMUs into cooperatives. End of phase II in Siaya County. #fltf#partneringforsustainability
Phase II of transformation of BMUs into cooperatives and sensitization of BMUs on the FLTF mandate in Siaya County ongoing. #fltf#partneringforsustainability
The Government continues to use Performance Contracting as a key accountability tool to improve service delivery. The FLTF Mid-Year PC evaluation for the financial year 2023/24 was conducted to assess its performance and progress on 25th January 2024. #fltf