Does Blue Economy Work In Africa
International Academic Journal of Information Sciences and Project Management
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Abstract: This research paper investigates the sustainability of blue economy projects in Africa, with a particular focus on Kenya. It explores the interplay between various categories of risks?political, economic, social, technological, legal, and environmental?and their influence on the implementation of blue economy initiatives. Kenya?s blue economy sector is found to be underdeveloped, especially in marine research, aquaculture, and infrastructure. The paper highlights that weak legal and policy frameworks, fragmented institutional arrangements, and poorly regulated coastal development exacerbate the sector's challenges. It proposes that Kenya should strengthen marine transportation, fishery, tourism, and material production industries and integrate blue economy strategies with national policies and infrastructure planning. Using theoretical lenses including resource dependency theory and contingency theory, it advocates for policy coherence, international collaboration, and innovation-driven risk mitigation. The document provides insight for governments, NGOs, and investors aiming to harness ocean-based resources sustainably.