NAMares was established to support the marine spatial planning process in Namibia, aiming to improve decision-making by enhancing knowledge on marine ecosystem services and biodiversity conservation.
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Like many other African countries, Namibia is increasingly turning to its ocean as a source of goods and services supporting economic growth. Fishing is a cornerstone of the economy, but other marine and coastal activities are becoming increasingly prominent. At the same time, maintenance of healthy ecosystems and marine and coastal biodiversity are also important
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African penguins are vital components of the coastal biodiversity, serving as bioindicators of ecosystem health and making significant contributions to the Blue Economy. Despite their importance, their population has declined by over 95% in the last 100 years, primarily due to a combination of human local stressors and the effects of climate change. Some predictions
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