World Oceans Day

World Oceans

World Oceans Day, 8 June 2017, is a global day of ocean celebration for a better future.

The oceans are essential to food security, health, and survival of all life. They also power our climate and are a critical part of the biosphere. World Oceans Day is an opportunity to raise global awareness of the current challenges faced by the international community about the oceans.


Australia Awards –Africa Alumni are playing a major role in oceans economy and the food security sector, like:

Dr Kamla Ruby Moothien Pillay- Mauritius


Dr Charles Ngunjiri- Kenya


Prof Shehu Latunji Akintola – Nigeria


Dr Valera Dias- Mozambique


Omenwa Veronica Chineye- Nigeria