A sustainable Blue Economy cannot thrive without effective governance, both at the national and transboundary levels. As Kenya leads East Africa in developing a Marine Spatial Plan (MSP), the region must harmonize regulatory frameworks to unlock regional trade, ease business processes, and safeguard shared waters. Inland water bodies like Lake Victoria support millions but remain under-regulated across borders.

This track will bring together policymakers, legal experts, and private actors to reimagine governance frameworks that are transparent, inclusive, and future-ready. It will also address public-private partnerships, marine security, and policy tools that enable innovation without compromising conservation. Strengthening governance is not just about regulation; it is about creating an enabling environment for the Blue Economy to scale with accountability.