The Blue Economy Innovation and Investment Summit 2025, taking place from 24th–26th September at PrideInn Paradise, Mombasa, is a high-level three-day convening designed to unlock the untapped potential of Africa’s aquatic resources through innovation, investment, and collaboration. With Kenya’s economy projected to grow by 5.4% in 2025 and the Blue Economy now recognized as a catalyst for sustainable, inclusive green growth, this year’s summit arrives at a pivotal moment.
This summit will spotlight emerging opportunities in blue investments, deep tech, climate resilience, circularity, and governance, while zeroing in on impact sectors that offer high opportunities for youth and women’s employment, including eco-tourism, renewable energy, ocean tech, sustainable fisheries, waste management, and blue agriculture.
Connect with visionaries, ocean champions, policymakers, entrepreneurs, researchers, creatives, and investors united by a shared mission to unlock the full potential of Africa’s Blue Economy—from coast to coast and beyond.
Be the first to witness the announcement of groundbreaking blue economy projects, regional partnerships, and the signing of public-private MoUs that will shape the future of the sector across Africa and beyond.
Engage in candid conversations on investment infrastructure, climate resilience, blue governance, youth and women’s inclusion, and innovative financing models driving Africa’s ocean future.
Be inspired by groundbreaking ideas and experiences shared by experts and pioneers leading change in marine innovation, ocean conservation, blue finance, and sustainable coastal livelihoods. The official launch will be presided over by Her Excellency Henriette Geiger, the EU Ambassador to Kenya, and key Government of Kenya officials.
The evening Networking Cocktails provide a relaxed and vibrant setting for meaningful connections between investors, entrepreneurs, and industry leaders. Set in Mombasa’s coastal beauty, these intimate sessions foster collaboration, idea exchange, and the formation of valuable partnerships for many years to come.
Startups and blue innovators will have exclusive access to a dynamic deal room connecting directly with impact investors, venture capitalists, and development finance institutions looking to invest in Africa’s blue economy. Engage with investors including Nature Finance, MTI Invest, EAVCA, Uncap, African Federation of Business Angel Networks, and ANDE Globa,l among others.
Participate in hands-on sessions exploring blue tech, circular blue practices, sustainable fisheries, marine spatial planning, and investment readiness—tailored for startups, corporates, and policy leaders.
Top blue economy startups will pitch live to a panel of investors and experts for a chance to win funding, mentorship and access to acceleration opportunities. A spotlight moment for Africa’s most promising blue innovators.
Celebrate Africa’s coastal richness with a dazzling gala night under the stars, where music, cuisine, and culture come alive as we honor the continent’s Blue Economy.
Discover cutting-edge marine innovations, ocean tech tools, eco-solutions, and creative expressions that drive the blue economy—from sustainable seaweed products to AI-powered aquaculture systems. Showcase your innovative marine products and services and gain new customers and leads.
