Africa's Blue Economy: A Policy Handbook

Introduction

Figure 3: Blue Economy conceptual framework

THE DESIRABLE BLUE ECONOMY FRAMEWORK

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Participatory engagement and agenda se ing

Participatory policy design and implementation

Multisector partnerships

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The United Nations has adopted ocean development as part of its Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs). In particular, SDG 14 refers to “Conserve and sustainably use the oceans, seas, and marine resources for sustainable development.” In addition, the Blue Economy is interlinked with the majority of the SDGs in a variety of ways. Aquatic and marine resources play a crucial role in supporting an array of economic sectors that provide livelihoods and employment opportunities to end poverty (SDG 1). Figure 4 (see page 10) is a non-exhaustive list of linkages between Blue Economy development and the 17 SDGs.

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Africa's Blue Economy: A policy handbook