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OPERA Capacity Development : Africa’s Ocean Forecasting Future Is Already Underway and Growing Stronger
Why Ocean Forecasting Cannot Wait In sub-Saharan Africa, millions of people depend directly on coastal and marine resources for their livelihoods — from fishing communities on the Gulf of Guinea to port operators along the Atlantic seaboard, from meteorological agencies trying to anticipate extreme weather to to local authorities and coastal planners managing flood risk, while policymakers focus more on national adaptation and mitigation plans . Yet the tools, training, and
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OPERA Capacity Development Activities Officially Launched to Strengthen Ocean Forecasting Expertise in Africa
February 9, 2026 Cotonou, Benin - February 9, 2026 - The OPERA Capacity Development Activities have officially entered their operational phase, marking a significant milestone in efforts to strengthen ocean science and ocean forecasting capacity across Africa. OPERA Capacity Development is implemented as part of Ocean Prediction Enhancement in Regions of Africa (OPERA) project, supported by the European Union and coordinated by Mercator Ocean International, in alignment with
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Dr. Babette Christelle Tchonang, Physical Oceanographer : “Building Capacity Through OPERA Will Shape the Future of Ocean Forecasting in Africa.”
Africa is entering a decisive phase in its engagement with ocean science and forecasting. The OPERA project ( Ocean Prediction Enhancement in Regions of Africa ) has moved into its operational phase, with a strong focus on capacity development-ensuring that ocean prediction systems are not only available, but usable, understood, and sustained by African institutions. Started in 2025, OPERA is a five-year project with a budget of 10 million euros, funded by the European Union
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Gulf of Guinea Ocean Sciences Summer School (GGOSSS 2025) – A Landmark First Edition at the University of Dschang, Cameroon
The University of Dschang in Cameroon, in partnership with international organizations, successfully hosted the first edition of the Gulf...
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