Accelerating Africa’s Blue Economy
Collective action in motion
Hosted by Katapult Ocean Africa, Norad, Ocean Hub Africa
Discover how Norad, Katapult Ocean, and Ocean Hub Africa (OHA) have joined forces to drive the next generation of blue investments across Africa. This session highlights how collective action by DFIs, investors, accelerators, policymakers, and innovators is unlocking value and accelerating the growth of ocean investments on the continent.
Hear directly from two pioneering African start-ups as they share the key factors fueling their rapid growth and impact in Africa’s emerging blue economy.
Africa’s ocean economy holds vast, untapped potential. Unlocking it requires stronger collaboration among investors, innovators, DFIs, and policymakers. While climate investments have surged across Africa, ocean-focused funding remains limited.
This session explores how coordinated efforts can accelerate blue tech innovation, promote decarbonization and regenerative solutions, and unlock sustainable growth across Africa’s dynamic coastal and ocean sectors. Our panelists will share insights on how bold collaboration, built on consistent small steps, is creating momentum that will lead to exponential growth and lasting success.
⚓ Please note
To access the session aboard Statsraad Lehmkuhl, you must also apply to attend Impactful Innovations Day and be added to the official guest list.
Session sign-up alone does not guarantee access to the ship.
To join us on board, please make sure to:
1️⃣ Apply to attend Impactful Innovations Day → Apply here
2️⃣ Register for each session you’d like to attend
About Impactful Innovations Day by Katapult Ocean
This session is part of Impactful Innovations Day, a full-day event by Katapult Ocean aboard the legendary tall ship Statsraad Lehmkuhl, docked at the harbor in Nice during the 2025 UN Ocean Conference.
Impactful Innovations Day brings together changemakers, global leaders, and investors to focus on transformative ocean solutions at a pivotal moment for ocean action.
With sessions and activities happening throughout the day, we’re creating a unique setting for conversations, new partnerships, and collective energy.
Be part of the solution.
See the evolving program here.
We’re not setting sail, but we are going places.