Kilifi County, Kenya · Est. 2017
AboutOceans Alive
Oceans Alive is a marine conservation organisation working along Kenya's coast to restore ocean ecosystems, strengthen local livelihoods and support community-led stewardship of marine resources.
For more than three decades, members of our team have worked alongside fishing communities, Beach Management Units, women's groups and local institutions to develop practical solutions that benefit both people and the environment.
Explore Our Chapters
From 30 hectares to a national blueprint
Our Story
How a handful of Kuruwitu fishermen and a founder with a vision created Kenya's first marine sanctuary - and two decades later, a globally recognised conservation model.
Read chapter →Purpose-driven, community-led
Mission & Vision
Our core mission, four guiding principles, and the values that drive every programme from reef to policy table.
Read chapter →Global impact, local roots
Recognition
UNDP Equator Prize · King Charles III · IUCN World Congress 2025. Every award reflects the communities who earned it.
Read chapter →Stronger together for the ocean
Our Partners
Coral Guardian, Canon CENA, UK FCDO, UNDP, IUCN - a global network of organisations aligned around one shared mission.
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The people behind the work
Our Team
From reef monitors to policy advocates - meet the core team and 7,000+ community stewards driving daily change in Kilifi County.
Read chapter →Reef Under Co-Management
Corals Out-Planted (Since 2019)
BMUs in Kilifi Network
Communities Replicating Model
Ready to make a difference?
Donate, partner with us, or volunteer in the field at Kuruwitu.