About us

Empowering youth and coastal communities for ocean conservation and sustainable blue economy in Tanzania.

Who We Are

Youth-Led Guardians of Tanzania's Oceans

Global Network

Connecting conservation efforts worldwide to protect whales and marine

Protect Cetaceans

Dedicated to safeguarding whales, dolphins, and porpoises from harm

Solid Community

A united group committed to preserving ocean ecosystems and marine species

Protect Whale Populations

Connecting conservation efforts worldwide to protect whales and marine

Rescue and Rehabilitation

Dedicated to safeguarding whales, dolphins, and porpoises from harm

Promotes Ocean Health

A united group committed to preserving ocean ecosystems and marine species

Sustainable Ocean Alliance Tanzania

SOA TANZANIA) is a registered YOUTH led NGO with a national registration number OONGO/R/3106 under NGO Act No.24 of 2002 of the united republic of Tanzania and an official hub of an international NGO known Sustainable Ocean Alliance (SOA), working to empower YOUTH and Local coastal communities in Tanzania via ocean conservations and sustainable blue economy, restoring the health and sustainability of our ocean, creating a health and sustainable ocean for this and the next generation.

Our History

The Story Behind

1974
Our Mission

At SOA Tanzania, we empower youth and coastal communities to restore marine ecosystems and build a sustainable blue economy. Our oceans sustain life, biodiversity, and livelihoods in Tanzania, yet face threats from pollution, overexploitation, and climate change.

Through advocacy, research, innovative solutions, and community action, we protect mangroves, seagrass, coral reefs, and marine life for generations ahead.

Our Vision

To become the foremost ocean activist group in Tanzania, delivering cutting-edge, science-backed solutions that champion the sustainable use and protection of marine natural resources across our coastal waters and ocean ecosystems ensuring thriving seas for current and future generations.

Our Objectives

Our Core Objectives for Ocean Health

  1. Promote marine ecosystem restoration and conservation (mangroves, seagrass, and coral reefs).

  2. Advocate for sustainable use of ocean natural resources, sustainable aquaculture (mariculture), and fisheries.

  3. Raise awareness on marine pollution and promote circular economy practices.

  4. Promote research to develop innovative ocean solutions.

  5. Innovate solutions to pressing ocean challenges in Tanzania.