What is the Great Blue Wall Initiative?

Apr 6, 2023

Africa’s Great Blue Wall initiative aims to establish a network of seascapes that benefit both people and nature more sustainably.

Africa’s Great Blue Wall initiative aims to establish a network of seascapes that benefit both people and nature more sustainably. Image: Pexels/Kellie Churchman

Thomas Sberna

Regional Head, Marine and Coastal Resilience

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