Enabling Africa’s blue economy by harnessing the power of collaboration

Helping to protect Africa’s seas for her people through sustainable waste management practices. Join our network for a flourishing blue economy for all.

Together, we’ll sustain Africa’s seas.

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A collaborative approach

Sustainable Seas Trust (SST) puts Africa’s people at the centre of what we do. Our work goes beyond cleaning up Africa’s seas for the future. We’re building up – partnering to empower people with the skills, knowledge, and resources they need to enable and embrace Africa’s blue economy. Our powerful, well-structured, multi-pronged approach focuses on Research, Development and Monitoring, Education and Capacity Building, Community Upliftment and Strategic Stakeholder Engagement. Explore our approach to see how you could be a part of creating a sustainable future for Africa.

Protecting our sea by starting on land

To prevent pollution from reaching the sea, we network across Africa. Use our interactive map to find recycling businesses, research centres, education sites and more.

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African countries involved

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resources developed

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African recycling sites included

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tonnes of waste diverted

Our accountability in action

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Responsibility and guidance

We provide clear guidance, training, and support to ensure ethical management and sustained implementation.

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Governance and compliance

Structured leadership and adherence to legal standards ensure robust governance and compliance within operations.

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Ethical standards and transparency

Appropriate action, responsible conduct, and transparency through publicly accessible documents.

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Our Partners

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Our Partners

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Driving Africa’s sustainable future

SST is a science-based organisation inspiring individuals, organisations, and communities to become passionate and committed custodians of Africa’s seas through an Africa-wide network empowered by research, education, economic upliftment, and collaboration, driving the
blue economy.

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Delve into our research

Guidebook

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Plastic-Free Seas Guidebook

The successful elimination of waste in Africa depends on countries having National and Regional Action Plans to better manage waste across the value chain.

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Plastic-Free Seas Guidebook

The successful elimination of waste in Africa depends on countries having National and Regional Action Plans to better manage waste across the value chain.

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Guidebook

African Resource Book Series: A Guide to Plastics

The ultimate ‘A to Z’ of plastics, specifically within the African context.

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National Action Plan template

Download the National Action Plan template (adapted from © Abidjan Convention, United Nations Environment Programme, and Sustainable Seas Trust, 2023).

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