State agencies push for 'Ministry of Blue Economy'

State Department for Shipping and Maritime PS Nancy Karigithu (right) in consultation with Public Service Commission's Legal Services Director Jacqueline Manani during the PSC sensitization on the Blue Economy at Pride Inn Hotel in Mombasa County on June 6, 2022. [Kelvin Karani, Standard]

Several government agencies have called for the establishment of a fully-fledged ministry in charge of the Blue Economy to enable the country to fully harness the benefits of the marine environment.

The Blue Economy relates to the exploitation, preservation and regeneration of the marine environment. It also refers to the sustainable use of ocean resources for economic livelihoods and jobs, and ecosystem health.