IOCAFRICA is the UNESCO-IOC Sub-Commission dedicated to promoting ocean science and fostering collaboration across Africa and adjacent island states. The Sub-Commission focuses on enhancing regional capacity in marine science and technology, promoting sustainable use of marine resources, and addressing challenges like climate change, ocean acidification, and marine pollution. Through partnerships and coordinated efforts, IOCAFRICA aims to support ocean-related activities and policies that drive sustainable development and improve the lives of communities reliant on marine resources.