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ARBEC III · 23–27 Nov 2026 · Nairobi

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48 sessions

ARBEC III Programme at a Glance

23–27 November 2026· times in EAT

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Programme at a glance, 23–27 November 2026: days and rooms across, times (EAT) down. Each talk number and each session links to its details in the session list.
Time Monday, 23 Nov 2026 Tuesday, 24 Nov 2026 Wednesday, 25 Nov 2026 Thursday, 26 Nov 2026 Friday, 27 Nov 2026
Room A Room B Room C Room D Room E Room A Room B Room C Room D Room E Room A Room B Room C Room D Room E Room A Room B Room C Room D Room E
09:00 Pre-conference session: History of ARBEC, Monday 09:00 to 10:30, Rooms A to E Keynote presentations: LV100, Tuesday 09:00 to 09:45, Rooms A to E Keynote: FSD Africa, Wednesday 09:00 to 09:45, Rooms A to E LV100 Graham Survey, Thursday 09:00 to 10:30, Rooms A to B Flora & Fauna, Thursday 09:00 to 10:30, Room C World­Fish (closed) (WorldFish (closed)), Thursday 09:00 to 10:30, Room D East Africa Wildlife Society, Thursday 09:00 to 10:30, Room E FIELD TRIP, Friday 09:00 to 17:30
09:15
09:30
09:45 Keynote: Shoshin Innovation Hub, Tuesday 09:45 to 10:30, Rooms A to E Keynote: NRF, South Africa, Wednesday 09:45 to 10:30, Rooms A to E
10:00
10:15
10:30 Tea / coffee break, 10:30 to 11:00 Tea / coffee break, 10:30 to 11:00 Tea / coffee break, 10:30 to 11:00 Tea / coffee break, 10:30 to 11:00
OPEN SESSION ORAL PRESENTATIONS Keynote addresses PARALLEL SESSIONS
11:00 OFFICIAL OPENING CEREMONY, Monday 11:00 to 12:30, Rooms A to E 61 67 73 79 85 Keynote: Prof. Su Ming (CAS), Wednesday 11:00 to 11:45, Rooms A to E Innovation Pitch Session, Thursday 11:00 to 12:30, Rooms A to B 139 145 Open session, Thursday 11:00 to 12:30, Room E
11:15 62 68 74 80 86 140 146
11:30 63 69 75 81 87 141 147
11:45 64 70 76 82 88 Keynote: GRÓ FTP, Iceland, Wednesday 11:45 to 12:30, Rooms A to E 142 148
12:00 65 71 77 83 89 143 149
12:15 66 72 78 84 90 144 150
12:30 Lunch, 12:30 to 14:00 Lunch, 12:30 to 14:00 Lunch, 12:30 to 14:00 Lunch, 12:30 to 14:00
14:00 1 7 13 19 25 FSD Africa special session, Tuesday 14:00 to 15:30, Rooms A to C NORAD special session, Tuesday 14:00 to 15:30, Room D NRF special session, Tuesday 14:00 to 15:30, Room E 91 97 103 109 Univ. of Eldoret Special Session (University of Eldoret Special Session), Wednesday 14:00 to 15:30, Room E, 6 presentations CLOSING SESSION, Thursday 14:00 to 17:00, Rooms A to E
14:15 2 8 14 20 26 92 98 104 110
14:30 3 9 15 21 27 93 99 105 111
14:45 4 10 16 22 28 94 100 106 112
15:00 5 11 17 23 29 95 101 107 113
15:15 6 12 18 24 30 96 102 108 114
15:30 Tea / coffee break, 15:30 to 16:00 Tea / coffee break, 15:30 to 16:00 Tea / coffee break, 15:30 to 16:00
OPEN SESSION ORAL PRESENTATIONS ORAL PRESENTATIONS
16:00 31 37 43 49 55 POSTER SESSION, Tuesday 16:00 to 17:30, Rooms A to E, 124 posters 115 121 127 133 Univ. of Eldoret Special Session (University of Eldoret Special Session), Wednesday 16:00 to 17:30, Room E, 7 presentations
16:15 32 38 44 50 56 116 122 128 134
16:30 33 39 45 51 57 117 123 129 135
16:45 34 40 46 52 58 118 124 130 136
17:00 35 41 47 53 59 119 125 131 137 Tea / coffee break, 17:00 to 17:30
17:15 36 42 48 54 60 120 126 132 138
17:30 End of day End of day End of day
18:30–20:30 GALA DINNER & COCKTAIL, Thursday 18:30 to 20:30, Rooms A to E

At a glance: Monday 23 November

Rooms A to E run in parallel · times in EAT

Pre-conference session: History of ARBEC, Rooms A-E, 09:00 to 10:30 Live
Tea / coffee break, 10:30 to 11:00

OPEN SESSION

OFFICIAL OPENING CEREMONY, Rooms A-E, 11:00 to 12:30 Live
Lunch, 12:30 to 14:00
1 2 3 4 5 6 Live
7 8 9 10 11 12 Live
13 14 15 16 17 18 Live
19 20 21 22 23 24 Live
25 26 27 28 29 30 Live
Tea / coffee break, 15:30 to 16:00

OPEN SESSION

31 32 33 34 35 36 Live
37 38 39 40 41 42 Live
43 44 45 46 47 48 Live
49 50 51 52 53 54 Live
55 56 57 58 59 60 Live

End of day at 17:30

At a glance: Tuesday 24 November

Rooms A to E run in parallel · times in EAT

Keynote presentations: LV100, Rooms A-E, 09:00 to 09:45 Live Keynote: Shoshin Innovation Hub, Rooms A-E, 09:45 to 10:30 Live
Tea / coffee break, 10:30 to 11:00

ORAL PRESENTATIONS

61 62 63 64 65 66 Live
67 68 69 70 71 72 Live
73 74 75 76 77 78 Live
79 80 81 82 83 84 Live
85 86 87 88 89 90 Live
Lunch, 12:30 to 14:00
FSD Africa special session, Rooms A-C, 14:00 to 15:30 Live NORAD special session, Room D, 14:00 to 15:30 Live NRF special session, Room E, 14:00 to 15:30 Live
Tea / coffee break, 15:30 to 16:00

ORAL PRESENTATIONS

POSTER SESSION, Rooms A-E, 16:00 to 17:30, 124 posters Live

End of day at 17:30

At a glance: Wednesday 25 November

Rooms A to E run in parallel · times in EAT

Keynote: FSD Africa, Rooms A-E, 09:00 to 09:45 Live Keynote: NRF, South Africa, Rooms A-E, 09:45 to 10:30 Live
Tea / coffee break, 10:30 to 11:00

Keynote addresses

Keynote: Prof. Su Ming (CAS), Rooms A-E, 11:00 to 11:45 Live Keynote: GRÓ FTP, Iceland, Rooms A-E, 11:45 to 12:30 Live
Lunch, 12:30 to 14:00
91 92 93 94 95 96 Live
97 98 99 100 101 102 Live
103 104 105 106 107 108 Live
109 110 111 112 113 114 Live
S20 University of Eldoret Special Session, Room E, 14:00 to 15:30, presentations U1 to U6 Live
Tea / coffee break, 15:30 to 16:00

ORAL PRESENTATIONS

115 116 117 118 119 120 Live
121 122 123 124 125 126 Live
127 128 129 130 131 132 Live
133 134 135 136 137 138 Live
S25 University of Eldoret Special Session, Room E, 16:00 to 17:30, presentations U7 to U8 Live

End of day at 17:30

At a glance: Thursday 26 November

Rooms A to E run in parallel · times in EAT

LV100 Graham Survey, Rooms A and B, 09:00 to 10:30 Live Flora & Fauna, Room C, 09:00 to 10:30 Live WorldFish (closed), Room D, 09:00 to 10:30, closed session Live East Africa Wildlife Society, Room E, 09:00 to 10:30 Live
Tea / coffee break, 10:30 to 11:00

PARALLEL SESSIONS

Innovation Pitch Session, Rooms A and B, 11:00 to 12:30 Live
139 140 141 142 143 144 Live
145 146 147 148 149 150 Live
Open session, Room E, 11:00 to 12:30 Live
Lunch, 12:30 to 14:00
CLOSING SESSION, Rooms A-E, 14:00 to 17:00 Live
Tea / coffee break, 17:00 to 17:30
GALA DINNER & COCKTAIL, Rooms A-E, 18:30 to 20:30 Live

End of day at 20:30

At a glance: Friday 27 November

FIELD TRIP, 09:00 to 17:30 Live

End of day at 17:30

Sessions Monday 23 November 2026

  2. Tea / coffee break

  3. Open Session

  4. Lunch

  5. 5 parallel sessions

    S01

    Sustainable Fisheries & Governance

    Room A · 14:00 – 15:30

    6 presentations Live

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    Presentations in S01
    No. Time Abstract ID Presentation title Presenter (Country)
    1 14:00–14:15 Abstract TRK1_042 Growth, size structure and spawning potential of sharks and rays in Kenyan inshore and industrial longline fisheries (read the abstract) Benedict K. Kiilu et al. (Kenya)
    2 14:15–14:30 Abstract TRK1_067 Size composition of small-scale demersal catches in a multispecies multi-gear fishery along the Kenyan coast. (read the abstract) Janet Mwangata et al. (Kenya)
    3 14:30–14:45 Abstract TRK1_050 Limitations and paradoxes of maximum sustainable yield estimation in an enhanced fishery: A Schaefer model application to Lake Naivasha, Kenya (read the abstract) George N. Morara et al. (Kenya)
    4 14:45–15:00 Abstract TRK1_071 Spatio-Temporal Dynamics And Population Structure Of Swordfish (Xiphias Gladius) In Kenya'S Eez (read the abstract) Jibril Olunga et al. (Kenya)
    5 15:00–15:15 Abstract TRK1_073 Stock Status Assessment of Frequently Caught Grunts, Seabreams, And Snappers Along The Kenyan Coast (read the abstract) Maorine Nyamoita Okeri et al. (Kenya)
    6 15:15–15:30 Abstract TRK1_024 Determining the prawn stock status of Malindi-Ungwana Bay using the Weight of Evidence Framework (read the abstract) Esther N. Fondo et al. (Kenya)
    S02

    Aquaculture, Mariculture & Aquatic Food Systems

    Room B · 14:00 – 15:30

    6 presentations Live

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    Presentations in S02
    No. Time Abstract ID Presentation title Presenter (Country)
    7 14:00–14:15 Abstract TRK7_031 Innovative Farmer-Centred Biosecurity Training For Sustainable Cage Aquaculture And Fish Health Management In Lake Victoria, Kenya (read the abstract) Karen Mugambi et al. (Kenya)
    8 14:15–14:30 Abstract TRK7_002 Assessing changes in aquaculture productivity and inclusion among smallholder households attributed to project interventions (read the abstract) Christopher Mulanda Aura (Kenya)
    9 14:30–14:45 Abstract TRK7_013 Evaluating Strategic Missteps And Production Gaps In Kenya’S Seaweed Sector (read the abstract) Dr. Elisha Mrabu (Kenya)
    10 14:45–15:00 Abstract TRK1_077 Temporal Water Quality and Phytoplankton Dynamics: A Basis for Environmental Monitoring of Cage Aquaculture in Napoleon Gulf, Lake Victoria, Uganda (read the abstract) Jessy Lugya et al. (Uganda)
    11 15:00–15:15 Abstract TRK1_054 Marine prawn hatchery and grow-out trials in Kenya (read the abstract) Anthony Nzioka et al. (Kenya)
    12 15:15–15:30 Abstract TRK1_064 PROTECTIVE EFFECT OF Ocimum gratissimum LEAF AQUEOUS EXTRACT, ANTIOXIDANT CAPACITY, IMMUNOCOMPETENCE AND DISEASE RESISTANCE OF Oreochromis niloticus FINGERLINGS AGAINST Vibrio parahaemolyticus INFECTION (read the abstract) Rasaq Ibrahim et al. (Nigeria)
    S03

    Aquatic Ecosystems, Water Quality & Environmental Health

    Room C · 14:00 – 15:30

    6 presentations Live

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    Presentations in S03
    No. Time Abstract ID Presentation title Presenter (Country)
    13 14:00–14:15 Abstract TRK7_030 From Proverb to Policy: Local Knowledge as a Community-Embedded Early Warning and Governance Signal for Harmful Algal Blooms in Lake Victoria, Kenya (read the abstract) Horace Owiti Onyango et al. (USA)
    14 14:15–14:30 Abstract TRK6_042 Lake Turkana Limnology (2024–2026): Basin-Scale Hydrographic Gradients and Seasonal Variability Following a Multi-Decadal Hiatus (read the abstract) Collins O. Ongore et al. (Kenya)
    15 14:30–14:45 Abstract TRK1_058 Occurrence of the epibiont Octolasmis spp. in the mud crab (Scylla serrata) in the Bons Sinais Estuary (read the abstract) Edvânia Santana et al. (Mozambique)
    16 14:45–15:00 Abstract TRK6_066 Spatial and Seasonal Effects of Cage Aquaculture on Water Quality in Lake Victoria, Kenya (read the abstract) Beryl Atieno Omollo et al. (Kenya)
    17 15:00–15:15 Abstract TRK6_038 Innovative Elasmobranch Monitoring and Regional Scientific Partnerships for Resilient Blue Economy Management in Kenya (read the abstract) Arthur Brian Otieno et al. (Kenya)
    18 15:15–15:30 Abstract TRK6_040 Integrating remote sensing and river biogeochemistry to understand catchments controls of riverine carbon and nutrients dynamics for a sustainable water resource management in Kenya (read the abstract) Samuel Ngari et al. (Kenya;Belgium)
    S04

    Communities, Livelihoods, Gender & Social Inclusion

    Room D · 14:00 – 15:30

    6 presentations Live

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    Presentations in S04
    No. Time Abstract ID Presentation title Presenter (Country)
    19 14:00–14:15 Abstract TRK7_006 Climate change and gendered vulnerabilities in the blue economy in Kwale county, Kenya (read the abstract) Munyi Fridah et al. (Kenya)
    20 14:15–14:30 Abstract TRK7_017 Gendered Dimensions of Blue Economy Participation Around Lake Victoria, Kenya. (read the abstract) Annah Mariah et al. (Kenya)
    21 14:30–14:45 Abstract TRK7_033 Unveiling Gender Inequities in Small-Scale Fisheries and Aquaculture in East Africa: a Harvard Analytical Framework Approach (read the abstract) Kevin Okoth Ouko et al. (Kenya)
    22 14:45–15:00 Abstract TRK7_010 Driving Circular Blue Economies Through Citizen Science: The KMFRI Lake Debris Volunteer Program on Lake Victoria, Kenya (read the abstract) Otuo et al. (Kenya)
    23 15:00–15:15 Abstract TRK7_005 Citizen Science in Water Quality Monitoring: A Review of Data Reliability, Validation Frameworks, and Participant Engagement (read the abstract) Harriet Atieno Okeyo (Kenya)
    24 15:15–15:30 Abstract TRK7_029 The Voice of Small-scale Actors: Co-Designing Inclusive Policies for Aquatic Food Systems through Multi-Stakeholder Engagement (read the abstract) Josyline Kendi et al. (Kenya)
    S05

    Pollution, Aquatic Health & Biotechnology

    Room E · 14:00 – 15:30

    6 presentations Live

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    Presentations in S05
    No. Time Abstract ID Presentation title Presenter (Country)
    25 14:00–14:15 Abstract TRK7_023 Participatory Research on Plastics in Malindi Seascape (read the abstract) Charles Mitto Kosore et al. (Kenya)
    26 14:15–14:30 Abstract TRK7_007 Comparative Evaluation of Plasmid Curing Potential of Curcuma longa and Guiera senegalensis Extracts on Multidrug Resistant Salmonella spp. (read the abstract) Hauwa Yakubu et al. (Nigeria)
    27 14:30–14:45 Abstract TRK1_002 Antimicrobial Resistance in Lake Victoria, Kenya (read the abstract) Teresia Nyambura Wacira et al. (Kenya)
    28 14:45–15:00 Abstract TRK1_099 Fatty Acids Profiles of Clarias gariepinus fed on Diets Containing (Duckweed) Lemna Minor (read the abstract) Albert Getabu et al. (Kenya)
    29 15:00–15:15 Abstract TRK1_030 Escherichia coli in Kisumu Fish Markets, Kenya (read the abstract) Teresia Nyambura Wacira et al. (Kenya)
    30 15:15–15:30 Abstract TRK1_055 Metal Contamination in Blue Foods and Human Health Risk (read the abstract) Jane Moraa Nyamora et al. (Kenya)
  6. Tea / coffee break

  7. Open Session5 parallel sessions

    S06

    Biodiversity, Conservation & Habitat Management

    Room A · 16:00 – 17:30

    6 presentations Live

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    Presentations in S06
    No. Time Abstract ID Presentation title Presenter (Country)
    31 16:00–16:15 Abstract TRK5_025 Spatiotemporal Analysis of Mangrive Cover Change in Mida Creek, North Coast Kenya (read the abstract) Adnum Ishmael Munda (Kenya)
    32 16:15–16:30 Abstract TRK7_012 Engaging fishers and coastal communities through educational outreach exhibitions to promote shark and ray conservation in Bangladesh (read the abstract) Md. Rasel Mia et al. (Bangladesh)
    33 16:30–16:45 Abstract TRK7_018 Harnessing Seagrass For Marine Biodiversity: Community-Led Conservation And Biodiversity Credits In The Vanga Bay (read the abstract) Meali Mohamed et al. (Kenya)
    34 16:45–17:00 Abstract TRK1_044 Habitat Quality and Fish-Based Biotic Integrity Indices of River Kathita and Associated Dams: Implications for Ecosystem Management and Biodiversity Conservation (read the abstract) Douglas Gitonga et al. (Kenya)
    35 17:00–17:15 Abstract TRK1_083 Towards Conservation of the Endangered Singida Tilapia, Oreochromis esculentus (Graham 1929) of the L. Victoria Basin, Kenya (read the abstract) Daisy Nafula Simiyu et al. (Kenya)
    36 17:15–17:30 Abstract TRK1_021 Coral reef fish assemblages are shaped by management regimes and not reef location in the East African region (read the abstract) Levy Otwoma et al. (Kenya)
    S07

    Climate Change, Resilience & Blue Economy

    Room B · 16:00 – 17:30

    6 presentations Live

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    Presentations in S07
    No. Time Abstract ID Presentation title Presenter (Country)
    37 16:00–16:15 Abstract TRK1_097 Social-ecological archetypes reveal distinct spatial behaviours and vulnerabilities among Kenya's small-scale fisheries: implications for coastal governance and adaptive management (read the abstract) Japhet Kaadzo Tembo et al. (Kenya)
    38 16:15–16:30 Abstract TRK2_041 Cage-Based Integrated Multi-Trophic Aquaculture (IMTA) versus Monoculture: A Rabbitfish–Oyster–Seaweed System (read the abstract) Douglas Okemwa et al. (Kenya)
    39 16:30–16:45 Abstract TRK4_001 Translating High-Level Carbon Dialogue into Actionable Grassroots Climate Solutions: A Community-Centered Framework for Resilience within Kenya's Blue Economy (read the abstract) Justus Wakili Omundi (Kenya)
    40 16:45–17:00 Abstract TRK4_004 Governance, Policy and Finance as Enablers of Resilient Blue Economies in Kenya (read the abstract) Dr. Davies M. Makilla (Kenya)
    41 17:00–17:15 Abstract TRK7_034 Who benefits from Blue Growth? Heterogeneities in Income Distribution in the Marine and Coastal Aquaculture Sector in the Western Indian Ocean Region (read the abstract) Lucy Njogu (Kenya)
    42 17:15–17:30 Abstract TRK4_005 Implementation Gaps in Kenya’s Ocean Conservation Governance, Policy and Finance (read the abstract) Christine Nyangweso et al. (Kenya)
    S08

    Digital Innovation, Data & Emerging Technologies

    Room C · 16:00 – 17:30

    6 presentations Live

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    Presentations in S08
    No. Time Abstract ID Presentation title Presenter (Country)
    43 16:00–16:15 Abstract TRK5_021 Remote Sensing of Water Hyacinth and Water Quality (read the abstract) Lakachew Y. Alemneh et al. (Ethiopia)
    44 16:15–16:30 Abstract TRK5_022 Securing the Digital Ocean: Cybersecurity, GIS, and Remote Sensing Data Governance in Blue Economy Systems (read the abstract) Pauline Anyango Ongadi (Kenya)
    45 16:30–16:45 Abstract TRK5_010 Drone-Based Assessment Of Sea Turtle Habitat Use (read the abstract) Omwoyo et al. (Kenya)
    46 16:45–17:00 Abstract TRK5_027 Data Quality in Digital Small-Scale Fisheries Monitoring: Error Patterns, Training Effects, and Lessons from Zanzibar (read the abstract) Pascal Thoyaa et al. (Malaysia)
    47 17:00–17:15 Abstract TRK5_028 Sugartrace: Blockchain-Iot For Fisheries Finance (read the abstract) Hudson Odhiambo (Kenya)
    48 17:15–17:30 Abstract TRK1_051 Machine learning cluster analysis of haplochromine schools and pelagic serial deduction for improved fish biomass estimates using Lake Victoria’s acoustic data (read the abstract) Collins O. Ongore et al. (Kenya)
    S09

    Sustainable Fisheries & Governance

    Room D · 16:00 – 17:30

    6 presentations Live

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    No. Time Abstract ID Presentation title Presenter (Country)
    49 16:00–16:15 Abstract TRK1_041 Growth Dynamics and Random Forest Modeling of Key Commercial Fishes in Lake Turkana, Kenya (read the abstract) Olilo Casianes Owino et al. (Kenya)
    50 16:15–16:30 Abstract TRK1_022 Data-Limited Stock Assessment In Lake Victoria, Kenya Fisheries (read the abstract) Horace Owiti et al. (Kenya)
    51 16:30–16:45 Abstract TRK1_093 A standardised hydroacoustic time series reveals increasing fish biomass and southward redistribution of pelagic fish in Lake Turkana (read the abstract) Chrisphine Nyamweya et al. (Kenya)
    52 16:45–17:00 Abstract TRK1_040 Gillnet selectivity and its’ effects on population structure of two key species in Lake Victoria (Kenya) (read the abstract) Nicholas Gichuru et al. (Kenya)
    53 17:00–17:15 Abstract TRK1_072 Spatiotemporal fish dynamics in Lake Malombe (read the abstract) Salim M'balaka et al. (Malawi)
    54 17:15–17:30 Abstract TRK5_013 Evaluation of the catch assessment strategies of Tanzania Marine Fisheries (read the abstract) Mariam Kadama et al. (Dodoma, Tanzania)
    S10

    Aquaculture, Mariculture & Aquatic Food Systems

    Room E · 16:00 – 17:30

    6 presentations Live

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    Presentations in S10
    No. Time Abstract ID Presentation title Presenter (Country)
    55 16:00–16:15 Abstract TRK1_027 Effects of Cage Aquaculture on Biodiversity of Lake Victoria, Kenya (read the abstract) Tonny Orina et al. (Kenya)
    56 16:15–16:30 Abstract TRK1_091 Establishing a Metagenomic Baseline to Support Sustainable Cage Aquaculture in Winam Gulf, Lake Victoria (read the abstract) Julia Obuya et al. (USA)
    57 16:30–16:45 Abstract TRK6_059 Phytoplankton and water quality dynamics in earthen ponds for Nile Tilapia culture at Lubukhwas Fish Farm, Kakamega County, Kenya (read the abstract) Getabu et al. (Kenya)
    58 16:45–17:00 Abstract TRK4_010 Political Economy and Power Dynamics of Cage Aquaculture in Lake Victoria, Kenya (read the abstract) Erick Ogello et al. (Kenya)
    59 17:00–17:15 Abstract TRK1_036 From Fish Waste to Fashion: Development of Eco-Friendly Nail Extensions from Fish Scales for Sustainable Fisheries and Aquatic Food Systems (read the abstract) Faith M. Magondu et al. (Kenya)
    60 17:15–17:30 Abstract TRK2_032 Smallholder Hatchery Systems in Africa: Status, Innovations and Future Directions (read the abstract) Elijah Kembenya et al. (Kenya)

Sessions Tuesday 24 November 2026

  3. Tea / coffee break

  4. Oral Presentations5 parallel sessions

    S11

    Aquatic Ecosystems, Water Quality & Environmental Health

    Room A · 11:00 – 12:30

    6 presentations Live

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    Presentations in S11
    No. Time Abstract ID Presentation title Presenter (Country)
    61 11:00–11:15 Abstract TRK6_009 Biogeochemical Drivers of Productivity in Kenyan Territorial Waters During the Southeast Monsoon Season (read the abstract) Joseph Nyingi Kamau et al. (Kenya)
    62 11:15–11:30 Abstract TRK6_028 Epilithic Diatoms as Bioindicators of Water Quality in River Njoro and Kamweti, Kenya (read the abstract) Jared Ochingo et al. (Kenya)
    63 11:30–11:45 Abstract TRK6_045 Linking N:P Stoichiometry to Phytoplankton Community Shifts Towards Bloom-Forming Algae Dominance in Winam Gulf, Lake Victoria (read the abstract) Sharon Awuor Miniga et al. (Kenya)
    64 11:45–12:00 Abstract TRK6_046 Macroinvertebrate assemblages and body size distribution in response to land use change in tropical headwater streams (read the abstract) Gideon L. Kuluo et al. (Uasin Gishu)
    65 12:00–12:15 Abstract TRK3_001 Assessing fishing tourism [“pesca-tourismo”] as an alternative livelihood in the coastal small-scale fisheries of Kenya in the context of the blue economy (read the abstract) Faith Kemunto Kimanga (Kenya)
    66 12:15–12:30 Abstract TRK6_025 eDNA metabarcoding for fish in Lake Malawi (read the abstract) Sullamithe Mercy Manduwa et al. (Malawi)
    S12

    Communities, Livelihoods, Gender & Social Inclusion

    Room B · 11:00 – 12:30

    6 presentations Live

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    No. Time Abstract ID Presentation title Presenter (Country)
    67 11:00–11:15 Abstract TRK7_004 Bycatch To Protection Through Community Leadership (read the abstract) Juma Gwerenya et al. (Kenya)
    68 11:15–11:30 Abstract TRK7_024 Socio- Economic Impacts Of Marine-Protected Areas (Mpas) On Communities In Kenya (read the abstract) Dr. Mary Wandia et al. (Kenya)
    69 11:30–11:45 Abstract TRK7_027 Strengthening Community Engagement and Equity through Safeguards Integration in Coastal Resource Management (read the abstract) Freeman Givonce Urio (Zanzibar, Tanzania)
    70 11:45–12:00 Abstract TRK1_060 Operationalizing the SSF Guidelines through Youth-Led Fish Value Addition and Climate-Resilient Blue Economy Enterprises in Uganda (read the abstract) Bakora Moses (Uganda)
    71 12:00–12:15 Abstract TRK1_100 From food to feed? Omena, tilapia and the changing uses of small fish in Lake Victoria (read the abstract) Joeri Scholtens (The Netherlands)
    72 12:15–12:30 Abstract TRK7_014 Evidence for community literacy on health outcomes from fisheries (read the abstract) Johnstone O. Omukoto et al. (Kenya)
    S13

    Aquaculture, Mariculture & Aquatic Food Systems

    Room C · 11:00 – 12:30

    6 presentations Live

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    No. Time Abstract ID Presentation title Presenter (Country)
    73 11:00–11:15 No abstract ID Évaluation saisonnière de la viabilité de culture de macroalgues marines comestibles sur « long-line » à Sarodrano, Sud-Ouest de Madagascar en 2024 Evans Mbao (Madagascar)
    74 11:15–11:30 Abstract TRK2_004 Black Soldier Fly Larvae as a Low-Cost, Climate-Resilient Protein Substitute in Lake Victoria Tilapia Feeds (read the abstract) William Onyango Ombiyo et al. (Kenya)
    75 11:30–11:45 Abstract TRK2_002 Artemia in Kenya: Research Progress and Gaps (read the abstract) Morine Mukami Ngarari et al. (Kenya)
    76 11:45–12:00 Abstract TRK2_035 To Farm Or Not To Farm? Seaweed Contribution To Fish, Poultry And Vegetable Farming In Kenya For Food And Nutrition Security (read the abstract) David Oersted Mirera (Kenya)
    77 12:00–12:15 Abstract TRK2_010 Evaluating Spirulina (Arthrospira sp.) as a sustainable fishmeal alternative in African Catfish larviculture: Effects on performance and survival across altitudes. (read the abstract) Robert Ondiba et al. (Kenya)
    78 12:15–12:30 Abstract TRK2_028 Scaling Artemia Production in Kenyan Saltworks (read the abstract) Ngarari et al. (Kenya)
    S14

    Biodiversity, Conservation & Habitat Management

    Room D · 11:00 – 12:30

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    No. Time Abstract ID Presentation title Presenter (Country)
    79 11:00–11:15 Abstract TRK6_030 Full protection secures greater ecological benefits for coral reefs than partial regulation in an urban Kenyan MPA (read the abstract) Jelvas M. Mwaura et al. (Kenya)
    80 11:15–11:30 Abstract TRK6_021 Developing an Ecosystem Health Index to Support Marine Spatial Planning and Sustainable Coastal Management (read the abstract) Lillian Daudi et al. (Kenya)
    81 11:30–11:45 Abstract TRK6_039 Integrated Assessment of Mangrove Health in Ghana (read the abstract) Attipoe et al. (Ghana)
    82 11:45–12:00 Abstract TRK6_080 Understanding the Recovery and Spread of Seagrass Following Disturbance (read the abstract) Gabriel Wanyoike et al. (Scotland)
    83 12:00–12:15 Abstract TRK6_075 Termite Diversity and Decomposition Role in Gazi Bay Mangrove Forest, Kenya: A Comparative Study between Natural and Managed Sites (read the abstract) Kevogo Milton (Kenya)
    84 12:15–12:30 Abstract TRK7_021 Marine Invasions & Health: A Kilifi Coast Study (read the abstract) Emmanuel Busera (Kenya)
    S15

    Climate Change, Resilience & Blue Economy

    Room E · 11:00 – 12:30

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    Presentations in S15
    No. Time Abstract ID Presentation title Presenter (Country)
    85 11:00–11:15 Abstract TRK6_012 Blue Carbon Credits as a Tool for Mangrove Conservation and Community Development: Evidence from Mikoko Pamoja and Vanga Blue Forest, Kenya (read the abstract) Meali Mohamed et al. (Kenya)
    86 11:15–11:30 Abstract TRK5_023 Short Lived Climate Pollutants (read the abstract) Levis Muse et al. (Kenya)
    87 11:30–11:45 Abstract TRK6_034 How Climate Change Shapes Jumba's Past and Future (read the abstract) ATHMAN SALIM HUSSEIN (Kmfri)
    88 11:45–12:00 Abstract TRK6_047 Mapping the unintended Socio-Ecological Costs of Sea Defence in Ghana (read the abstract) Richard Adade et al. (Ghana)
    89 12:00–12:15 Abstract TRK6_032 Groundwater Mapping For Climate Resilience (read the abstract) Brian Emurenya Emojong (Kenya)
    90 12:15–12:30 Abstract TRK6_052 Monitoring Climate Change Induced Sea Level Rise in Kenya (read the abstract) Charles Magori et al. (Kenya)
  5. Lunch

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  8. Oral Presentations

    POSTER SESSION

    Rooms A-E · 16:00 – 17:30

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    TRACK 1: SUSTAINABLE FISHERIES & AQUATIC FOOD SYSTEMS (46)
    TRACK 1: SUSTAINABLE FISHERIES & AQUATIC FOOD SYSTEMS
    No. Abstract ID Poster title Authors Country
    P1 Abstract TRK1_086 Turning Constraints into Opportunities: The Moderating Role of Gender Awareness in Smallholder Aquaculture Value Chains in Western Kenya (read the abstract) Cecilia Muthoni Githukia, Julius Otieno Manyala, Joshua Chesoli Wafula, Judith Achieng Odhiambo, Domitila Kyule-Muendo, Kevin Odhiambo Obiero, Jonathan Mbonge Munguti Kenya
    P2 Abstract TRK1_015 Commercial fishing influences the life histories of fish in the world's largest desert lake (read the abstract) Madison F. Muehl, Jill A. Olin, James Last Keyombe, Josephine Y. Aller, Robert C. Aller, Kamazima M. M. Lwiza, Michael G. Frisk Kenya
    P3 Abstract TRK1_084 TOWARDS SUSTAINABLE FISHERIES: ADDRESSING ABANDONED, LOST AND DISCARDED FISHING GEAR IN KENYA’S COASTAL WATERS (read the abstract) Kombo Maureen, Okuku Erick, Owato Gilbert and Mwalugha Catherine Kenya
    P4 Abstract TRK1_032 Evaluation of agricultural fertilizers as cost-effective alternatives to Guillard’s f/2 medium for the growth and biochemical composition of Nannochloropsis sp. (read the abstract) Robinson Samini, Sheban Hinzano, Anthony Nzioka, Elisha Mrabu, Derrick Gitari, Nancy Seboka, Alex Kimathi, Miriam Wainaina, Maurine Ngarari Kenya
    P5 Abstract TRK1_076 Sustainable replacement of fishmeal with Artemia biomass in diets for Nile tilapia (Oreochromis niloticus) (read the abstract) Sheban Mdzomba Hinzano; Mary Adhiambo Opiyo; Morine Mukami Ngarari; Francis Akatsa Okalo; Charles Amahwa Omuholo; Daisy Nyawira Muriuki; Betty Nyonje Kenya
    P6 Abstract TRK1_094 Lake Turkana after four decades: Limnological gradients and changing hydrographic conditions in a highly dynamic desert lake (read the abstract) Collins Ongore, Jeppe Kolding, Kevin Obiero, Ken Irvine, Chrisphine Nyamweya, Fredrick Ochieng Kenya
    P7 Abstract TRK1_008 ASSESSMENT OF FISH SPECIES USING ENVIRONMENTAL DNA METABARCODING AND CATCH SURVEY IN THE SATELLITE LAKES OF LAKE VICTORIA, KENYA (read the abstract) Joab Jared Ochingo, Geoffrey Ong’ondo, Paul Meulenbroek, Nzula Kitaka Kenya
    P8 Abstract TRK1_069 Socioeconomics Characteristics of small-scale fisheries along Mwache-Kilindini Creek in Kwale and Mombasa Counties. (read the abstract) Ochiewo J., Karani N., Munyi F., Waiyaki E., Kimanga F., Ngoa H., Levit K. Kenya
    P9 Abstract TRK1_019 Comparison of Catch Composition between Baited Basket traps and Un-baited basket traps in Diani Chale Area, South Coast Kenya (read the abstract) Margaret Wamaitha, Emmanuel Mbaru Kenya
    P10 Abstract TRK1_031 Evaluating Post-Harvest Fish Losses in Artisanal Anchovies (Stolephorus spp.) Value Chain at Shimoni Landing Site, Kwale County, Kenya (read the abstract) Ocharo Daniel, Nzioka Anthony, Mrabu Elisha, Sheban Hinzano, Seboka Nancy, Zakia Saidi Kenya
    P11 Abstract TRK1_049 Length-Weight Relationship and condition factor of Nile tilapia (Oreochromis niloticus) fingerlings fed different composition of Water Spinach (Ipomoea aquatica) (read the abstract) Mercy Chepkirui Kenya
    P12 Abstract TRK1_088 Vulnerability of stocks of Leptoscarus vaigiensis and Octopus cyanea to artisanal fishing intensity along Kilifi Coastal Waters (read the abstract) Mercy Rehema & Dalmas O. Oyugi Kenya
    P13 Abstract TRK1_095 Participatory experimental fishing reveals spatial and gear-specific patterns in the multispecies fishery of Lake Turkana (read the abstract) Jonathan Ekiru, Paul van Zwieten, Kevin Obiero, Maurice Obiero, Jeppe Kolding Kenya
    P14 Abstract TRK1_096 Fisheries Structure and Fishing Effort in Lake Turkana: Findings from the 2026 Lake-Wide Frame Survey (read the abstract) Kevin Obiero, Fonda Jane Awour, Chrispine Nyamweya et al Kenya
    P15 Abstract TRK1_012 Catch Composition at Vanga Landing Site, Kenya (read the abstract) Carlos Joha Mbaka Kenya
    P16 Abstract TRK1_029 Enterprise Structures, Value Chain Dynamics and Social Equity in the Omena (Rastrineobola argentea) Small-Fish Sector Along Kenya's Lake Victoria Shore (read the abstract) Susan Atieno Wandago, Christopher Mulanda Aura, Chrispine S. Nyamweya, Venny Mziri, FondaJane Awuor, Patrick Wanguche Otuo, Victor Kevin Onsongo Kenya
    P17 Abstract TRK1_037 From Net to Nutrition: An Integrated Framework for Nutrition-Sensitive and Traceability-Enabled Small Scale Fisheries in Africa (read the abstract) Margaret Wamaitha, Mavindu Muthoka Kenya
    P18 Abstract TRK1_007 Assessment of Fecal (Escherichia coli) contamination in Wild, Caged, and Market Fish (Nile Tilapia) from Selected Markets in Kisumu, Kenya (read the abstract) Juma Meshack Mayianda, Chrisphine Sangara Nyamweya, James Lats Atalitsa, James Achiya Kenya
    P19 Abstract TRK1_016 Comparative Analysis of Stocking Density Effects on Growth Performance and Water Quality in Nile Tilapia (Oreochromis niloticus) and African Catfish (Clarias gariepinus) in Pond Culture Systems (read the abstract) Bruno Odhiambo, Zadock Omach, James Last, Winnie Owoko, Taiwo Alare Kenya
    P20 Abstract TRK1_043 HAB Impacts on Seafood Safety in Kenya Coastal Waters (read the abstract) Kiteresi L.K, Fulanda A, Mkonu M Kenya
    P21 Abstract TRK1_066 Seaweed vs Synthetic Antioxidant (read the abstract) JAMES WAITHAKA, MAUREEN KINYUA, WINNIE JEFWA Kenya
    P22 Abstract TRK1_013 Characterizing tilapia cage aquaculture biosecurity and production practices in Lake Victoria, Kenya (read the abstract) Nathan Kemei, Eric M. Teplitz, Venny M. Mwaing, Patrick Otuo, Caleb Ogwai, Hezron Awandu, Kevin Onsongo, Grace Gonzalez, Peter B. McIntyre, Renata I. Ivanek, Rodman Getchell, Christopher Mulanda Aura and Kathryn J. Fiorella Kenya
    P23 Abstract TRK1_034 Fishing Gear Selectivity and Preference in Marine Capture Fisheries of Vanga, South Coast Kenya (read the abstract) ZAKIA SAIDI, DR ANTHONY NZIOKA, DR ELISHA MRABU, MR OCHARO DANIEL, MS SEBOKA NANCY, MR SAMINI ROBINSON Kenya
    P24 Abstract TRK1_047 Integration of environmental DNA metabarcoding technique to reinforce fish biodiversity assessments in seagrass ecosystems: A case study of Gazi bay seagrass meadows (read the abstract) Samuel Mwakisha Mwamburi, Kennedy Omondi Oduor, Jacqueline Uku, Nina Wambiji, James Kairo, Fredrick Oketch, Laureen Amondi, Nimrod Ishmael Kenya
    P25 Abstract TRK1_075 Sustainable Rearing of Marine Bait Worms (polychaetes) as Alternative Protein Feeds For Mariculture Hatcheries and Baits For Artisanal Fisheries In Coastal Kenya. (read the abstract) Seboka, N.; Mrabu, E.; Nzioka, A.; Hinzano, S.; Gitari, D.; Samin, R.; Ngarari M.; Kimathi, A.; Wainaina, M Kenya
    P26 Abstract TRK1_006 ASSESSMENT OF ANTIMICROBIAL RESISTANCE IN FOODBORNE BACTERIAL PATHOGENS ISOLATED FROM NILE TILAPIA (OREOCHROMIS NILOTICUS) AT RETAIL SALE POINTS IN KISUMU, KENYA. (read the abstract) Lukalo Josephine, Clement Shiluli, Evans Abich, Sharon Chemeli Kenya
    P27 Abstract TRK1_010 ASSESSMENT OF ZOOPLANKTON SPECIES COMPOSITION ALONG TUDOR CREEK IN MOMBASA COUNTY (read the abstract) Justus Andati, Linet Kiteresi, Cosmas Munga Kenya
    P28 Abstract TRK1_011 Biology and status of Epinephelus fuscoguttatus (Forsskål, 1775) stocks on the Kenyan coast (read the abstract) Nathan Lenjo Mrombo, Boaz Okeyo Orembo, Julia Akinyi Obuya, Chrisphine Sangara Nyamweya Kenya
    P29 Abstract TRK1_014 Circular Aquaculture through Black Soldier Fly Larvae Meal: A Sustainable Alternative Protein Source for Enhancing Aquaculture Productivity and Blue Economy Growth in Kenya (read the abstract) Linah Samra Minangi Kenya
    P30 Abstract TRK1_035 Fishing Gears and IUU Fishing in Kenya (read the abstract) Jane Mukulu Nzioki Kenya
    P31 Abstract TRK1_045 In situ captive growth performance and conservation potential of native tilapiines in Lake Victoria, Kenya a case study of Rasira Beach. (read the abstract) Tonny Orina Sagwe, Robert Nesta Kagali, Kevin Mbogo, Michael S. Cooperman, Les Kaufman, John Okechi, Paul Sagwe Orina, Mercy Chepkirui, Billy Angala, Jared Ochingo Kenya
    P32 Abstract TRK1_005 Assessing the influence of sea surface temperature on productivity: implications for aquatic food systems and fisheries management (read the abstract) Damaris Mutia, Julius Okondo, Joseph Kamau, Johnston Muthama, Stephen Kibe Rigwi, Mike. K. Roberts Kenya
    P33 Abstract TRK1_026 EFFECTIVENESS OF CLOVE OIL AS ANAESTHETIC FOR TILAPIA JIPE (read the abstract) Gichana Elijah Kenya
    P34 Abstract TRK1_033 Feeding Habits of Scarus ghobban in Kenya. (read the abstract) Jane Mukulu Nzioki Kenya
    P35 Abstract TRK1_056 Microbial contaminant trails in Siganus sutor landed by artisanal fishers along the Kenyan coast (read the abstract) Winnie Kadzo Jefwa Kenya
    P36 Abstract TRK1_053 Mapping Macro Litter Abundance and Community Perceptions on Litter Management Along Lake Turkana, Kenya (read the abstract) Alimlim Alice, Maurice Obiero, Casianes Olilo, Stephen Makupe, Jonathan Ekiru Ekutan Kenya
    P37 Abstract TRK1_061 Optimizing Nutrient Monitoring in Coastal and Marine Ecosystems: High-Throughput Segmented Flow Analysis as a Tool for Informed Blue Economy Governance (read the abstract) Oliver Ochola Kenya
    P38 Abstract TRK1_092 Water Quality Management as a Strategy for Reducing Post-Harvest Losses in Small-Scale Aquaculture Systems: Implications for a Resilient Blue Economy (read the abstract) Abdulah Ochieng Kenya
    P39 Abstract TRK1_028 Effects of Salinity on Growth and Survival of Macrobrachium spp. Larvae under Hatchery Conditions (read the abstract) Nancy Seboka, Sheban Hinzano, Robinson Samini, Derrick Gitari Kenya
    P40 Abstract TRK1_063 Presence and Absence of Escherichia coli in Wild, Caged and Market Fish (Oreochromis niloticus) from Selected Markets in Kisumu, Kenya (read the abstract) Previne Owaga, James Last, Meshack Juma, Bob Otieno, Jackline Odongo, Don Maline Kenya
    P41 Abstract TRK1_070 Spatial Distribution of Benthic Macro-Invertebrates as Indicators of Anthropogenic Pollution in Makupa Creek, Mombasa (read the abstract) Joel K. Gatagwu, George M. Ogendi, Wilkister N. Moturi Kenya
    P42 Abstract TRK1_020 Conserving rare species within Yala swamp, with bias on Lake Kanyaboli (read the abstract) Gichuru, N., Nyaundi, J., Basweti, G., Achiya, J., Abich, E. and Adhiambo, S Kenya
    P43 Abstract TRK1_085 TRENDS AND GLOBAL APPLICATION OF ECOPATH WITH ECOSIM IN AQUATIC FOOD WEB RESEARCH; A REVIEW (read the abstract) Sharon Indasi Lubembe, Dong-Hai Wu, Peng-Fei Xie, Yu-Jia Gao, Kuan-Song Wang, Shi-Kai Li, Xiao-Xue Zhang, Wen-Jie Hu, Sai Wang, Chang-Qing Ye, Tuan-Tuan Wang, Hui-Long Ou, Naimat Ullah, Eunice Mutethya, Hina Amin China
    P44 Abstract TRK1_009 Assessment of Sediment Characteristics and Impact on Macro invertebrate Distribution in Lamu County (read the abstract) Benard Kimathi, Julius Okondo, Cosmas Munga Kenya
    P45 Abstract TRK1_090 Distribution, Growth and Mortality of Labeobarbus altianalis of River Kuja, Lake Victoria Basin, Kenya (read the abstract) Christine Kemunto Sunda Kenya
    P46 Abstract TRK1_098 Stock Assessment of the Pink ear emperor, Lethrinus lentjan (Lacapede, 1802) (read the abstract) Almubarak A. Abubakar, Gladys M. Okemwa, Fondo E.N., Kimani E.N., Mkare T., Mwangata J., Mzingirwa F., Ontomwa M., Orembo B., Nyamora J., Ishmail H., Omukoto J.O Kenya

    TRACK 2: CLIMATE-SMART AQUACULTURE (17)
    TRACK 2: CLIMATE-SMART AQUACULTURE
    No. Abstract ID Poster title Authors Country
    P47 Abstract TRK2_026 Pond-Based IMTA Improves Productivity, Environmental performance and Sediment Organic Matter in Coastal Kenya (read the abstract) Mavindu Muthoka, Esther Wairimu, Markose Zewdie, Douglas Okemwa Kenya
    P48 Abstract TRK2_007 Effects of different diets on the reproductive success of Kenya Artemia franciscana (Kellogg, 1906) under laboratory conditions (read the abstract) David Midumbi, Hinzano Mdzomba, Morine M. Ngarari, Anthony Nzioka, Mary Opiyo, Miriam Wainaina, Derrick Gitari and Cosmas Munga Kenya
    P49 Abstract TRK2_031 Small-scale Mariculture Along the Kenyan Coast and Environmental Implications (read the abstract) Mirera, D. O., Mondesto I, Okemwa, D., Kimanga F, Moyoni, H., Chebet, M., Kioko, F., Muli, S., Kahindi, R., Midumbi, D Kenya
    P50 Abstract TRK2_021 One Health and Food Safety Risks in Integrated Aquaculture Systems for a Sustainable Blue Economy in Kenya (read the abstract) Hezron Awandu, Christopher M. Aura, Horace Owiti, Safina Musa, Fonda Jane Awuor, Chrispin Nyamweya Kenya
    P51 Abstract TRK2_016 INTEGRATED MULTI-TROPHIC AQUACULTURE AS A NATURE-BASED SOLUTION FOR CLIMATE RESILIENCE AND LIVELIHOOD IMPROVEMENT IN KIJIWENI, KWALE COUNTY, KENYA (read the abstract) Ninyoha Hamisi Madzitsa, James Waithaka, Isaac Modesto Kenya
    P52 Abstract TRK2_033 Species Portfolios for Climate-Smart Integrated Multi-Trophic Aquaculture in Coastal Kenya: Ecological Compatibility, Production Potential and Scaling Pathways (read the abstract) Mavindu Muthoka, Esther Magondu, Erick Ogello Kenya
    P53 Abstract TRK2_003 Assessment of Different Fish Feeds on the Growth of Rabbitfish (Siganus sutor; Achille Valenciennes, 1835) at Kijiweni, Kwale County (read the abstract) Ninyoha Hamisi Madzitsa, Cosmas Nzaka Munga, Benard Mucholwa Simiyu Kenya
    P54 Abstract TRK2_029 SEAWEED FARMING SHIFTING FROM SHALLOW INTERTIDAL WATER TO DEEP SUBTIDAL WATERS: ENHANCING PRODUCTIVITY, SUSTAINABILITY AND RESILIENCE IN BLUE ECONOMY (read the abstract) Alex Gabriel Kimathi Kenya
    P55 Abstract TRK2_005 Climate-Smart Restorative Seaweed Farming: Building Resilient and Sustainable Coastal Livelihoods in Kwale County, Kenya (read the abstract) Maureen Kinyua, David Mirera, Alex Kimathi, Douglas Okemwa, Norah Magangi, Chebet Mercy, Monicah Odhiambo and Laureen Kwekwe Kenya
    P56 Abstract TRK2_017 INTEGRATING PARTICIPATORY APPROACHES AND SPATIAL ANALYSIS FOR POTENTIAL MARICULTURE SITE SELECTION AND MARINE RESOURCE MANAGEMENT IN MOHÉLI ISLAND, COMOROS (read the abstract) Ibrahim Tamou, Ali Mashar et Rahmat Kurnia Comoros
    P57 Abstract TRK2_030 Sex Reversal Dynamics of Nile Tilapia and Impact on Growth Performance (read the abstract) Jared Maobisa Nyabeta, Jared Babu Miruka, Robert Nyakwama Ondiba and Elijah Kembenya Kenya
    P58 Abstract TRK2_008 Effects of Phytoplankton and water quality dynamics on Nile Tilapia in earthen ponds at KMFRI Kegati Aquaculture Centre in Kisii County. (read the abstract) Jared Mobisa Nyabeta, Jared Babu Miruka, Albert Getabu and Josph Nyaundi Kenya
    P59 Abstract TRK2_013 Impact of Social Media Applications on the Growth of Aquaculture in Kenya: Opportunities, Challenges, and Future Directions (read the abstract) Domitila Kyule, Jonathan Munguti, Mavindu Muthoka, Menaga Meenakshisundaram, Chrysantus M. Tanga, Kevin Obiero, Cecilia Githukia Kenya
    P60 Abstract TRK2_015 Influence of Stocking Density on the Reduction of Production Losses in Tiger Shrimp (Penaeus monodon) Larviculture within the Blue Economy Context. (read the abstract) Zulmira Arcângela Rafael Canivete Mozambique
    P61 Abstract TRK2_018 Integration of AI in Catfish Aquaponics in Kenya, Feasibility study (read the abstract) Christine Gakii Mwirigi, Mark Powell Kenya and Scotland
    P62 Abstract TRK2_023 Optimizing Vitamin C Supplementation for Nile Tilapia under Thermal Stress in Climate-Smart Aquaculture (read the abstract) Javan Ominde Ogola Kenya
    P63 Abstract TRK2_012 Growth Performance of Acclimatized Nile Tilapia (Oreochromis niloticus; Carl Linnaeus 1758.) Fed on Black Soldier Fly and Omena Dust Under Laboratory Controlled Conditions (read the abstract) Rukia Hussein Kahindi Kenya

    TRACK 3: BLUE TOURISM & NATURE-BASED ENTERPRISES (1)
    TRACK 3: BLUE TOURISM & NATURE-BASED ENTERPRISES
    No. Abstract ID Poster title Authors Country
    P64 Abstract TRK3_004 Mapping Seagrass Ecosystem in Vanga Bay, Kwale County (read the abstract) SHAMMAH BLESSING LIHAVI Kenya

    TRACK 4: GOVERNANCE, POLICY & FINANCE (4)
    TRACK 4: GOVERNANCE, POLICY & FINANCE
    No. Abstract ID Poster title Authors Country
    P65 Abstract TRK4_012 Strengthening Fisheries Governance in Lake Victoria, Kenya: Institutional Gaps and Pathways for Sustainable Fisheries Management (read the abstract) Bernard Owino, Derrick Onyango, Susan Wandago, Patrick Otuo, Jane Fonda, Horace Owiti Kenya
    P66 Abstract TRK4_002 Assessing the Efficacy of Fisheries Co-Management Amidst the Impacts of Climate Change: A Stakeholder Preparedness Evaluation in Lake Victoria, Kenya (read the abstract) Otuo Patrick Wanguche, Onyango Horace Owiti, Munyi Frida, Ochiewo Jacob, Waiyaki Edward, Kimanga Faith, Karani Nicholas, Moyoni Hellen, Makupe Stephen, Chambers Catherine Kenya
    P67 Abstract TRK4_007 Market Marginalization of Artisanal Fishers (read the abstract) Stephen Makupe, Edward Waiyaki, Faith Kimanga, Nicholas Karani, Hellen Ngoa, Jacob Ochiewo, Fridah Munyi Kenya
    P68 Abstract TRK4_003 Assessment of nutrient dynamics and eutrophication risk of urban stressors on riverine water quality: A case of rivers Auji and Kisat, Kisumu, Kenya (read the abstract) Basweti George Morara, Nyaundi Joseph Kiyuka, Mwamburi Job Mghanga, Nicholas Gichuru Kenya

    TRACK 5: TECHNOLOGY, DATA & DIGITAL INNOVATION (8)
    TRACK 5: TECHNOLOGY, DATA & DIGITAL INNOVATION
    No. Abstract ID Poster title Authors Country
    P69 Abstract TRK5_018 Linking Spatio-Temporal Water Quality Dynamics to Fish Kill Events in Lake Victoria, Kenya Using Remote Sensing (read the abstract) Beryl Atieno Omollo, Ann van Griensven, Vann Harvey Maligaya & Julius Manyala Kenya
    P70 Abstract TRK5_019 Machine Learning Model for Mapping and Monitoring Water Hyacinth In Lake Victoria, Kenya (read the abstract) Meggan Nyasuguta Kianara Kenya
    P71 Abstract TRK5_024 Spatial Temporal Analysis of Mangrove Cover Changes in Vanga Bay, Kenya (1985-2026) using Google Earth Engine. (read the abstract) Rose Kirigo Waweru Kenya
    P72 Abstract TRK5_009 Digital tracking technologies and socio-economic outcomes in small scale fishing communities along the Kenyan coast. (read the abstract) Glory Kathambi Kianji Kenya
    P73 Abstract TRK5_020 Modelling Potential Fishing Zones in Kenya's Exclusive Economic Zone Using Machine Learning and Satellite-derived Oceanographic Variables (read the abstract) Kelvin Kalu Mwasaha, Robert Mzungu Runya, Pamela Ochungo Kenya
    P74 Abstract TRK5_002 Assessing the distribution of macrophyte population in Lake Naivasha Kenya; using GIS & Remote sensing to inform management (read the abstract) Edna Waithaka & Hillary Kibiwott Kenya
    P75 Abstract TRK5_003 Beyond Cryopreservation: iPSC and Organoid Platforms as Next-Generation Biobanking and Disease Modelling Tools for East African Freshwater Fish Genetic Resources (read the abstract) Joy M. Kabaka Country not given
    P76 Abstract TRK5_016 Integrating Artificial Intelligence (AI) for effective research information management and dissemination for Sustainable Aquatic Resource Governance in Africa. (read the abstract) Thomas Kithusi Nyamai Kenya

    TRACK 6: CLIMATE RESILIENCE & ECOSYSTEM HEALTH (37)
    TRACK 6: CLIMATE RESILIENCE & ECOSYSTEM HEALTH
    No. Abstract ID Poster title Authors Country
    P77 Abstract TRK6_076 Tides of Hope: Expanding Kenya's Vanga Blue Forest to Boost Community Income and Enhance Nature Conservation (read the abstract) Visky Kinya, Michael Njoroge's, Rosa Nyoike, JG Kairo, Anthony Mbatha Kenya
    P78 Abstract TRK6_017 COMPARATIVE ANALYSIS OF BACTERIAL COMMUNITIES IN HEALTHY AND ICE-ICE DISEASED SEAWEEDS FARMED AT THE SOUTHERN KENYAN COAST-LINE. (read the abstract) Migwi Christine, Dr. Otwoma Levy and Dr. Muwawa Edith Kenya
    P79 Abstract TRK6_004 ASSESSMENT OF BENTHIC MACROINVERTEBRATES AS BIOINDICATORS OF WATER QUALITY IN RIVER SONDU, KENYA (read the abstract) Otara M, Basweti G, Babu J Kenya
    P80 Abstract TRK6_054 Nature’s Contributions in Coastal Kenya (read the abstract) Jackson Chacha Waichoka, Andrew Wamukota, Samuel Mwakubo Kenya
    P81 Abstract TRK6_068 Spatial macro-plastics assessments to enhance awareness on microplastics sources, potential exposures in freshwater ecosystems and circularity in sustainable management of plastic pollution (read the abstract) Job Mwamburi; James Last Keyombe; Patrick Otuo Wanguche Kenya
    P82 Abstract TRK6_019 Comparative Fish Parasite Dynamics in Urban and Peri-Urban Tributaries of Lake Victoria: Evidence from Clarias gariepinus in Kisumu, Kenya (read the abstract) Venny Mwainge, Sylvana Wandoe, Caleb Ogwai, Evans Abich Kenya
    P83 Abstract TRK6_053 Nature based solutions for sewage treatment-lessons from two constructed wetland systems (read the abstract) Stephen Mwangi, Joseph Kamau, Veronica Wayayi Kenya
    P84 Abstract TRK6_067 Spatial and Temporal Variations in Water Quality Parameters along the Kenyan Southern Coast: A Comparative Analysis of In Situ and Nutrient Data (read the abstract) Sharon Awuor Miniga, Teresia Nyambura Wacira and Christopher Aura Kenya
    P85 Abstract TRK6_081 Unravelling the Causes of the Current Wild Fish Kills in Kisumu Bay Fishery of Lake Victoria, Kenya (read the abstract) Nathan Lenjo Mrombo, Joseph Nyaundi Kiyuka, George Basweti Morara, Christopher Mulanda Aura, Chrisphine Sangara Nyamweya, Venny Mziri Mwainge Kenya
    P86 Abstract TRK6_011 Blue Carbon and Mangrove Loss in Mozambique (read the abstract) Jacopo Campoli; Cidália Moisés; Elcídio Cossa; Elídio Come; Margherita Martinelli; Nélia Munguambe; Sabrina Muscolino Mozambique
    P87 Abstract TRK6_079 Total Ecosystem Carbon Stocks Across Different Mangrove Forest Conditions in Lamu and Tana River Seascapes, Kenya (read the abstract) Yusrah Harry, Fredrick Tamooh, Michael Githaiga, Anthony Mbatha, Anthony Mbuthia, Henry M. Komu, Damaris Kinyua, Miguel Castro, Judith M. Ament, Sara M. Leavitt, and George W. Maina Kenya
    P88 Abstract TRK6_001 A Comparative Analysis of Phytoplankton Composition Between Tudor Creek and Adjacent Open Ocean Waters in Mombasa, Kenya (read the abstract) Sarah Nyambura, Alexander Fulanda, Jackson Chacha, Cosmas Munga Kenya
    P89 Abstract TRK6_027 Efficiency in Nutrients removal from waste water using Water Hyacinth (Eichhornia crassipes) and Water Cabbage (Pistia stratiotes) (read the abstract) Vincent Abok, Laban Obiero, James Last Keyombe, Collins, Harriet Okeyo, Sharon Miniga, Bruno Odhiambo, Javan Ominde Kenya
    P90 Abstract TRK6_049 Microplastic contamination in clams (Meretrix meretrix) in the Bons Sinais Estuary. (read the abstract) Lucia Joly Inoque Sitole, Anselmo Chaúque, Vanádia Massingue Mozambique
    P91 Abstract TRK6_065 REVEALING THE CONTRIBUTION OF SEAWEED FARMING TO MARINE POLLUTION IN KENYA (read the abstract) Catherine Sezi Mwalugha, Dr. Eric Ochieng Okuku, Maureen Mokeira Kombo, Gilbert Omondi Owato Kenya
    P92 Abstract TRK6_077 Elemental Analysis for Resilient Blue Economies (read the abstract) Oliver Ochola Odiwuor Kenya
    P93 Abstract TRK6_057 Passive samplers as a monitoring tool for pharmaceuticals in Marine environment: Comparison between Grab and passive sampling (read the abstract) Veronica Ogolla Wayayi Wanjeri, Eric Okuku, Catherine Ngila, Madelien Wooding, Joseph Nyingi Kamau, Patrick Gathura Ndungu Kenya
    P94 Abstract TRK6_069 Spatiotemporal Water Hyacinth Dynamics and Biological Control effectiveness in Lake Victoria, Kenya (read the abstract) Collins Onyango Ongore, Peter Ochieng Odoyo, Chrisphine Sangara Nyamweya, Christopher Mulanda Aura Kenya
    P95 Abstract TRK6_084 Water quality, nutrient dynamics and phytoplankton diversity in cage culture zones of Lake Victoria, Kenya: implications for ecosystem management (read the abstract) Babu J. Miruka, Getabu A. Mochache, Sitoki L. Morara, Boera P., Okechi J. Kengere Kenya
    P96 Abstract TRK6_002 Assessing Coral Reef Degradation Patterns Using Remote Sensing and GIS (read the abstract) EUNICE MOSE MWAFONDO Kenya
    P97 Abstract TRK6_013 Catastrophic bleaching and mortality of corals during the fourth global bleaching event in Marine Protected Areas, Kenya (read the abstract) Jelvas M. Mwaura, Mohamed, S. Omar, Said Shee and Rose Abae Kenya
    P98 Abstract TRK6_029 Evaluation of the impacts of lake level changes on fisheries ecology and production in Lake Baringo for fisheries management (read the abstract) Justus Andati, Odoli, C., Mugo, J., Nyakeya, K., Riziki, W. J., Nyamweya, C., Aura, C, M Kenya
    P99 Abstract TRK6_008 Biodiversity of the mangroves of Kenya: A review (read the abstract) Judith A. Okello; Oketch F. Onyango; Samwel Mwamburi; Laureen Amondi; Zipporah Muchiri; Shawlet Cherono Kenya
    P100 Abstract TRK6_010 Biological indicators of environmental stress: Condition and population dynamics of Enteromius paludinosus in Lake Naivasha, Kenya (read the abstract) Elizabeth Adhiambo Ngesa, Elick Onyango Otachi, Nzula Kivuva Kitaka, James Last Keyombe Kenya
    P101 Abstract TRK6_023 East Africa water pans at risk due to climate variability and change (read the abstract) Pius Opuru Manza Kenya
    P102 Abstract TRK6_005 Assessment of Mangrove Ecosystem Health, Blue Carbon Stocks, and Restoration Potential in São Tomé and Príncipe (read the abstract) Anthony Mbatha, James Kairo, Gabriel Njoroge, Fredrick Mungai, Celia Macamo, and Ezídio Cuamba Kenya
    P103 Abstract TRK6_058 Phylogenomic Insights into Cryptic Diversity and Lineage Complexity within the Acropora Genus (read the abstract) Mathews Wafula, Dr. Sammy Wambua, Dr. Ewout Knoester and Dr. Gibson Gicharu Kenya
    P104 Abstract TRK6_074 Temporal changes in physicochemical water quality parameters in the Ferguson’s Gulf, Lake Turkana, Kenya. (read the abstract) Jonathan Ekiru Ikutan, John Odoyo Malala, Maurice Okello Obiero, Casianes Owino Olilo, Stephen Wamuye Makupe, James Last Kenya
    P105 Abstract TRK6_073 Syndemic Effects of Water Insecurity and Cyanobacteria Harmful Algal Blooms on Public Health and Livelihoods in Informal Settlements along Lake Victoria, Kisumu County, Kenya (read the abstract) Dorine Were Kenya
    P106 Abstract TRK6_041 Lake Jipe Under Pressure: A Review of Ecological Degradation, Nutrient Enrichment, and Management Needs in a Transboundary Wetland (read the abstract) Anthony Kamau Chege Kenya
    P107 Abstract TRK6_078 Science and Partnerships for Cleaner Blue Economies (read the abstract) SARAH LAURA AKINYI Kenya
    P108 Abstract TRK6_020 Critical environmental insights on Physico-chemical parameters and Phytoplankton diversity in Lake Victoria, Kenya (read the abstract) Jared Babu Miruka. Albert Getabu, Sitoki Lewis, Boera Prisilah, John Kengere Kenya
    P109 Abstract TRK6_026 EFFECTS OF WATER QUALITY ON PHYTOPLANKTON DIVERSITY AND ABUNDANCE IN NAIREGIE ENKARE DAM, NAROK COUNTY, KENYA (read the abstract) FEIRUZ ADAN IBRAHIM Kenya
    P110 Abstract TRK6_048 Meiofauna Sample Collection, Transportation, Storage, and Processing Techniques (read the abstract) Sarah Nyambura, Gabriel Njoroge, Julius Okondo, James Kairo Kenya
    P111 Abstract TRK6_070 Status, Challenges, and Opportunities for Aquatic Animal Health Management in Kenyan Fish Farming: A Review (read the abstract) Venny Mwainge, Caleb Ogwai, Teresiah Nyambura, Meshack Mayianda, Tonui Stanley Nyaundi Joseph Kenya
    P112 Abstract TRK6_015 Climate change Impacts (read the abstract) Marryanne Mwaka Ngao Kenya
    P113 Abstract TRK6_063 Reimagining Blue Economies for a Plastic-Free Future (read the abstract) SARAH LAURA AKINYI Kenya

    TRACK 7: COMMUNITY ENGAGEMENT, EQUITY & CAPACITY BUILDING (11)
    TRACK 7: COMMUNITY ENGAGEMENT, EQUITY & CAPACITY BUILDING
    No. Abstract ID Poster title Authors Country
    P114 Abstract TRK7_003 Beyond Biomass: Assessing Socioeconomic Impacts and Equity in the Seaweed Value Chain of Kwale County, Kenya (read the abstract) Ochiewo J., Munyi F., Waiyaki E., Karani N., Kimanga F., Ngoa H., Kimbio L Kenya
    P115 Abstract TRK7_026 Strengthening Coastal Livelihoods Through Community-Based Seaweed Farming: The Role of Science, Innovation and Partnerships in Building a Resilient Blue Economy in Kenya (read the abstract) Mirera, D. O., Kinyua, D., Mutwiri, E., Mapenzi, B. Kenya
    P116 Abstract TRK7_008 Documenting coastal Indigenous Knowledge in Kenya to support sustainable Mariculture management: A case study of Kwale and Kilifi Counties (read the abstract) Hellen Ngoa Kenya
    P117 Abstract TRK7_020 Engaging Citizen Science in Addressing Plastic Waste Pollution: A Case Study of the Winam Gulf in Lake Victoria, Kenya (read the abstract) Tabitha Onyango, Patrick Otuo, Horace Owiti, Fonda Jane Awuor, Kevin Onsongo, Pauline Ongadi, Chrisphine Nyamweya, Christopher Aura Kenya
    P118 Abstract TRK7_009 Documenting fisheries-related Indigenous Knowledge and its uses in Lamu County to inform management. (read the abstract) Edward Waiyaki, Hellen Ngoa, Faith Kimanga, Nicholas Karani, Jacob Ochiewo, Frida Munyi, Stephen Makupe, Eric Nyambariga, Pendo Kazungu, Mitch Mujibi, M., and Brenda Sibota Kenya
    P119 Abstract TRK7_016 Gender, livelihoods & climate resilience centre women's empowerment, adaptation, and livelihood diversification through seaweed (read the abstract) Wainaina, M., Nzioka, A., Hinzano, S., Mirera D.O., Ngarari, M., A., Mrabu, E., Kimathi, A., Ollando, J., Magangi, N., Kendi. J., Gathoni, J., Mohamed, N., Rose, M., and Seboka, N Kenya
    P120 Abstract TRK7_011 Empowering Women Through Enhanced Capacity in Seaweed Farming in South Coast Kenya (read the abstract) Mambo Mapenzi Betty, Mirera Oersted David Kenya
    P121 Abstract TRK7_015 From Data to Dialogue: Citizen Science and Rethinking Communication for Impact in Lake Victoria (read the abstract) Dorine Were Kenya
    P122 Abstract TRK7_028 The Influence of Stakeholders’ Capacity Building on Sustainable Management and Conservation of Wetland Ecosystems (read the abstract) Kombo P., Babu J., Nyakeya K. Kenya
    P123 Abstract TRK7_025 Strategy manager on marine biodiversity in Mohéli Island (read the abstract) Charikane Absoir Abdallah, Fahad hamdani, Dr. Abdou Satarou Comoros
    P124 Abstract TRK7_032 Monitoring survey reveals early career traders tend to follow recommended training practices more often than experienced traders (read the abstract) Victor Mwakha Alati, Cyprian Odoli, Tabitha Sindani Kenya

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Sessions Wednesday 25 November 2026

  3. Tea / coffee break

  4. Keynote Addresses

  6. Lunch

  7. 5 parallel sessions

    S16

    Digital Innovation, Data & Emerging Technologies

    Room A · 14:00 – 15:30

    6 presentations Live

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    Presentations in S16
    No. Time Abstract ID Presentation title Presenter (Country)
    91 14:00–14:15 Abstract TRK5_012 Enhancing Fisheries Data Governance Through Digital Innovation: A Case of MiFBeDAS in Migori County (read the abstract) Collins Ojijo (Kenya)
    92 14:15–14:30 Abstract TRK5_006 Deploying AI-Driven Predictive Modeling and Blockchain Traceability for Climate-Resilient Small-Scale Fisheries in the Western Indian Ocean (read the abstract) William Onyango Ombiyo et al. (Kenya)
    93 14:30–14:45 Abstract TRK5_017 IOT-Enabled Real-Time Monitoring Framework for sustainable Management of Aquatic Resource in Lake Victoria, Kenya (read the abstract) Meggan Nyasuguta Kinara (Kenya)
    94 14:45–15:00 Abstract TRK5_005 Citizen science and IoT integration for water hyacinth Early Warning and community response in Lake Victoria (read the abstract) Laura Akinyi Odongo et al. (Kenya)
    95 15:00–15:15 Abstract TRK5_015 Integrated Algorithmic Evaluation of Environmental Laboratory Results for ESIA Policy and Decision-Making. (read the abstract) Gilbert Omondi Owato et al. (Kenya)
    96 15:15–15:30 Abstract TRK1_001 Acoustic target strength modeling of Caridina nilotica to improve biomass estimates for sustainable fisheries, and conservation in Lake Victoria (read the abstract) Collins Ongore et al. (Kenya)
    S17

    Sustainable Fisheries & Governance

    Room B · 14:00 – 15:30

    6 presentations Live

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    Presentations in S17
    No. Time Abstract ID Presentation title Presenter (Country)
    97 14:00–14:15 Abstract TRK1_079 The level of under reporting of catch and effort data in logbooks among largescale fishers on Lake Malawi (read the abstract) Mexford Mulumpwa (Malawi)
    98 14:15–14:30 Abstract TRK1_004 Assessing the Impact of the Closed Fishing Season on Small Pelagic Fish Stock Dynamics in Ghana (read the abstract) James Fynn Walker et al. (Ghana)
    99 14:30–14:45 Abstract TRK1_059 Operationalizing Rights-Based Fishery Management through Co-Managed Fish Breeding Areas: Evidence from Uganda’s Inland Lake Systems. (read the abstract) Bassa S. et al. (Uganda)
    100 14:45–15:00 Abstract TRK4_006 Interactive governance mediates transboundary fisheries under climate change (read the abstract) Emmanuel Mbaru (Kenya)
    101 15:00–15:15 Abstract TRK1_057 Morphological Taxonomic Verification of Shark Fins and Bodies in Commercial Export Chains: Quantitative Assessment of Species Composition and Implications for Conservation and Trade Regulation in Kenya (read the abstract) Dixon Otieno Odongo et al. (Kenya)
    102 15:15–15:30 Abstract TRK1_062 Overview of Kenya’s marine fisheries (read the abstract) Edward Kimani et al. (Kenya)
    S18

    Aquaculture, Mariculture & Aquatic Food Systems

    Room C · 14:00 – 15:30

    6 presentations Live

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    Presentations in S18
    No. Time Abstract ID Presentation title Presenter (Country)
    103 14:00–14:15 Abstract TRK2_039 Unlocking Kenya's Blue Economy Frontier: Integrated Bathymetry, Water Quality, and Hydrodynamics for Evidence-Based Cage Mariculture Site Selection along the Kilifi Coast (read the abstract) RAZAFINDRAKOTO Sheila et al. (Kenya)
    104 14:15–14:30 Abstract TRK2_014 Impacts of Cage Aquaculture on Benthic Biodiversity in Tropical Freshwater Ecosystems: A Case of Lake Victoria, Kenya (read the abstract) Priscilla Boera et al. (Kenya)
    105 14:30–14:45 Abstract TRK2_009 Environmental Gradients and Benthic Community Responses to Cage Aquaculture in Lake Victoria: A Spatial and Seasonal Assessment at Mulukoba fish farms (read the abstract) Victorine Atieno et al. (Kenya)
    106 14:45–15:00 Abstract TRK2_020 Marine cage aquaculture suitability, Kenyan coast (read the abstract) Morine Mukami Ngarari et al. (Kenya)
    107 15:00–15:15 Abstract TRK2_022 Optimizing salinity for enhanced reproductive performance of the Kenyan Artemia franciscana population (read the abstract) Derrick Gitari (Kenya)
    108 15:15–15:30 Abstract TRK2_027 Quantifying methionine requirements for local and improved juvenile Nile tilapia (Oreochromis niloticus) strains raised on diets with constant inclusion levels of black soldier fly larvae meal (read the abstract) Jimmy B. Mboya et al. (Kenya)
    S19

    Aquatic Ecosystems, Water Quality & Environmental Health

    Room D · 14:00 – 15:30

    6 presentations Live

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    Presentations in S19
    No. Time Abstract ID Presentation title Presenter (Country)
    109 14:00–14:15 Abstract TRK1_081 The Status of Lake Baringo: Environmental Conditions, Water Quality, Fisheries, Biodiversity and Socio-economic Issues for Sustainable management (read the abstract) Kobingi Nyakeya (Kenya)
    110 14:15–14:30 Abstract TRK1_089 Water Quality And Algal Community Structure In Relation To Anthropogenic Activities Along River Malewa, Lake Naivasha Basin, Kenya. (read the abstract) Beatrice Obegi et al. (Kenya)
    111 14:30–14:45 Abstract TRK5_011 Effects Of Lakeshore Sanitary Activities On Water Quality: A Case Study Of Lake Victoria, Kenya (read the abstract) Owino Kevin Odhiambo Hosea M. Mwangi et al. (Kenya)
    112 14:45–15:00 Abstract TRK4_011 Reviewing the use of Bayesian and life cycle assessment of inland artisanal fisheries in Lake Victoria, Kenya (read the abstract) Peter Omondi Wawiye (Kenya)
    113 15:00–15:15 Abstract TRK6_088 Whole genome analysis for functional genomics in Eucheuma denticulatum and Kappaphycus alvarezii seaweed species along the coastline of south coast, Kwale county Kenya. (read the abstract) Zedekiah Oduma Aseto et al. (Kenya)
    114 15:15–15:30 Abstract TRK6_062 Polychaetes In The Ports Of Walvis Bay And Luderitz: What Is The Big Deal? (read the abstract) Mayday Haulofu et al. (Namibia)
    S20

    University of Eldoret Special Session

    Room E · 14:00 – 15:30

    6 presentations Thematic area: Climate resilience and ecosystem health Live

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    Presentations in S20
    No. Time Abstract ID Presentation title Presenter (Country)
    U1 14:00–14:15 Abstract TRK6_043 Land use and seasonality shape macroinvertebrate assemblages and water quality in an Afrotropical highland catchment, Kenya (read the abstract) Brian Chebon et al. (Kenya)
    U2 14:15–14:30 Abstract TRK6_055 One Health assessment of waterpan-linked zoonotic and microbial contamination risks in Kenyan ASALs (read the abstract) Edith J. Kurui et al. (Kenya)
    U3 14:30–14:45 Abstract TRK6_086 Waterpans as overlooked greenhouse gas hotspots in Africa (read the abstract) Elizabeth Wambui Wanderi et al. (Kenya)
    U4 14:45–15:00 Abstract TRK6_072 Sustainability of community waterpans in Kenyan drylands: a Social–Ecological–Technological Systems (SETS) analysis of Narok County, Kenya (read the abstract) Brian Ambale et al. (Kenya)
    U5 15:00–15:15 Abstract TRK4_008 Policy Coherence for Sustainable Water Pans Development and Management: A Case Study of Kenya (read the abstract) Jacob Paul Maluki (Kenya)
    U6 15:15–15:30 Abstract TRK6_087 Weak correspondence between modelled ecosystem metabolism and macroinvertebrate-based surrogates across land-use gradients in Afrotropical headwater streams (read the abstract) Jacob O. Iteba et al.
  8. Tea / coffee break

  9. Oral Presentations5 parallel sessions

    S21

    Communities, Livelihoods, Gender & Social Inclusion

    Room A · 16:00 – 17:30

    6 presentations Live

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    No. Time Abstract ID Presentation title Presenter (Country)
    115 16:00–16:15 Abstract TRK1_039 Gendered Sociocultural Dimensions Of Swahili Small-Scale Fisheries: Participation, Access And Shared Species (read the abstract) Labatt et al. (Kenya)
    116 16:15–16:30 Abstract TRK1_080 The Omena (Rastrineobola argentea) Value Chain in Lake Victoria: Livelihoods, Gender Dynamics, and Constraints Among Small-Scale Actors (read the abstract) Kevin Victor Onsongo et al. (Kenya)
    117 16:30–16:45 Abstract TRK1_074 Strengthening Community-Based Monitoring and Restoration of Fisheries, Water Quality and Riparian Ecosystem Health for Sustainable Resource Management, Sustainable Livelihoods and Poverty Reduction in Lake Baringo, Kenya (read the abstract) Kobingi Nyakeya et al. (Kenya)
    118 16:45–17:00 Abstract TRK1_048 Lake Victoria Youth Climate Action Platform: Advancing Citizen Science, Ecosystem Restoration, and Youth-Led Blue Economy Solutions in East Africa (read the abstract) Betty Aliba et al. (Uganda)
    119 17:00–17:15 Abstract TRK1_065 Putting small fish on the table: The underutilized potential of small indigenous fish to improve food and nutrition security in East Africa (read the abstract) Cyprian Ogombe Odoli (Kenya)
    120 17:15–17:30 Abstract TRK3_003 Impact of Social Media Engagement on Tourists’ Choice of Sustainable Accommodation in Maasai Mara, Kenya (read the abstract) Dr. Mongare Omare et al. (Kenya)
    S22

    Pollution, Aquatic Health & Biotechnology

    Room B · 16:00 – 17:30

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    Presentations in S22
    No. Time Abstract ID Presentation title Presenter (Country)
    121 16:00–16:15 Abstract TRK6_050 Microplastics in East African Nearshore Sediments (read the abstract) Charles Mitto Kosore et al. (Kenya And Tanzania)
    122 16:15–16:30 Abstract TRK6_022 Development of Cellulose-Based Sorbent from Water Hyacinth for Efficient Oil Spill Cleanup. (read the abstract) Ruth W. Maina et al. (Kenya)
    123 16:30–16:45 Abstract TRK6_007 Barbs as Sentinels of Antimicrobial Resistance (read the abstract) Ruth Wangui Gioche et al. (Kenya)
    124 16:45–17:00 Abstract TRK2_024 Pathogenicity and infectivity of Saprolegniaceae species in Cage Aquaculture Establishments of Oreochromis niloticus in the Nyanza gulf of Lake Victoria Kenya. (read the abstract) Ogwai Caleb et al. (Kenya)
    125 17:00–17:15 Abstract TRK5_014 From Aquatic Toxin to Cancer Relief:Tetrodotoxin Screening in Lake Turkana Puffer fish (read the abstract) Mr. Vincent Abok (Kenya)
    126 17:15–17:30 Abstract TRK6_014 CHARACTERIZATION OF THE SPATIAL DISTRIBUTION AND SOURCES OF RARE EARTH ELEMENTS (REE’s) IN SURFICIAL SEDIMENTS OF WINAM GULF (KENYA) (read the abstract) Job Mwamburi (Kenya)
    S23

    Climate Change, Resilience & Blue Economy

    Room C · 16:00 – 17:30

    6 presentations Live

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    No. Time Abstract ID Presentation title Presenter (Country)
    127 16:00–16:15 Abstract TRK6_037 Influence of Land Use Practices on Marine Ecosystem Services: A Ridge-to-Reef Assessment of Kenya’s Coastal Resilience (read the abstract) Susan Sagina Adongo (Kenya)
    128 16:15–16:30 Abstract TRK2_001 Adoption of climate-smart agriculture and integrated water resources management in East Africa floodplains: A Review on Lower River Nyando and Western Rwanda floodplains (read the abstract) Mbao Evance Omondi et al. (Kenya)
    129 16:30–16:45 Abstract TRK6_003 Assessing weathering rocks viability as a pathway to premium carbo credits. (read the abstract) Joseph Nyingi Kamau et al. (Kenya)
    130 16:45–17:00 Abstract TRK6_016 Climate-Driven Flooding and the resultant Crisis in Mental and Reproductive Health Among East Africa’s Lake Victoria Fishing Communities (read the abstract) Edna Waithaka et al. (Kenya And Tanzania)
    131 17:00–17:15 Abstract TRK2_034 The Status of Mariculture Production, Challenges and future prospects. A case study in Mombasa and Lamu counties (read the abstract) Mwayuli et al. (Kenya)
    132 17:15–17:30 Abstract TRK2_036 Towards a Resilient Fish Value Chain in Kenya: Innovations, Challenges and Future Opportunities (read the abstract) Elijah Kembenya et al. (Kenya)
    S24

    Sustainable Fisheries & Governance

    Room D · 16:00 – 17:30

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    No. Time Abstract ID Presentation title Presenter (Country)
    133 16:00–16:15 Abstract TRK1_052 Managing the Mud Crab Fishery Characterized by Traditional Knowledge, Post harvest losses, Fear, Exploitation Dynamics, and Varied Regulations: “The aquaculture intervention for Lamu and Lower Tana regions” (read the abstract) Mirera Oersted David et al. (Kenya)
    134 16:15–16:30 Abstract TRK1_078 The Current Status of Coastal Fisheries in Mogadishu (read the abstract) Abdullahi A. M. Mohamed (Abdullahi Abdulwahab Moallim Mohamed) (Somalia)
    135 16:30–16:45 Abstract TRK1_082 The status of longline fishery in the Kenya Exclusive Economic Zone (read the abstract) Edward Kimani et al. (Kenya)
    136 16:45–17:00 Abstract TRK1_025 Diet composition and some aspects of feeding ecology of Rastrelliger kanagurta and Selar crumenophthalmus in south coast Kenya inshore waters. (read the abstract) Janet C. Mwangata et al. (Kenya)
    137 17:00–17:15 Abstract TRK5_007 Design of a Solar-Assisted Electric Fishing Boat System (EcoFish EV) for Sustainable Small-Scale Fisheries in Kenya (read the abstract) Nkanata Andrew Munene (Kenya)
    138 17:15–17:30 Abstract TRK1_068 Social Economic Slants On Low Fish Catch Towards Sustainability Of A Collapsing Fishery Of A Tropical Lake Naivasha, Kenya (read the abstract) Beatrice Njeri Obegi (Kenya)
    S25

    University of Eldoret Special Session

    Room E · 16:00 – 17:30

    7 presentations Thematic area: Climate resilience and ecosystem health Live

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    No. Time Abstract ID Presentation title Presenter (Country)
    U7 16:00–16:15 Abstract TRK6_083 Unsafe but not uniform: seasonality, land use and waterpan identity drive microbial and physico-chemical water quality risk in multi-use waterpans of semi-arid Kenya. (read the abstract) Faith Sharon Akaranga et al. (Kenya)
    U8 16:15–16:30 Abstract TRK6_044 Land use shapes benthic algal assemblage structure and biomass metrics in Afrotropical headwater streams (read the abstract) Sheila N. Rioba et al. (Kenya)

    Further University of Eldoret presentations (5)

    Further University of Eldoret presentations
    No. Time Abstract ID Presentation title Presenter (Country)
    U9 To be confirmed Abstract TRK6_085 Waterpans as climate adaptation infrastructure in east African ASALs: challenges and prospects for water security, one health, and sustainable management (read the abstract) Frank Masese
    U10 To be confirmed Abstract TRK6_082 Unsafe but Ecologically Diverse: Water Quality, Planktonic Communities, and Cyanotoxin Risks in Multi-Use Waterpans of Semi-Arid Narok County, Kenya (read the abstract) Kelvin Moenga
    U11 To be confirmed Abstract TRK6_064 Reliability of water pans in East Africa’s semi-arid region under climate change (read the abstract) Pius Opuru
    U12 To be confirmed Abstract TRK6_046 Macroinvertebrate assemblages and body size distribution in response to land use change in tropical headwater streams (read the abstract) Gideon Kuluo
    U13 To be confirmed Abstract TRK1_085 Trends and Global Application of Ecopath with Ecosim in Aquatic Food Web Research, a systematic review (read the abstract) Sharon Indasi

Sessions Thursday 26 November 2026

  1. 4 parallel sessions

  2. Tea / coffee break

  3. Parallel Sessions4 parallel sessions

    S26

    Aquaculture, Mariculture & Aquatic Food Systems

    Room C · 11:00 – 12:30

    6 presentations Live

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    No. Time Abstract ID Presentation title Presenter (Country)
    139 11:00–11:15 Abstract TRK6_036 Immune Responses in WSSV-Exposed Shrimp (read the abstract) Githu Mary et al. (Belgium)
    140 11:15–11:30 Abstract TRK6_035 Hydrogen sulphide dynamics, benthic community responses, and post-production recovery beneath cage aquaculture systems at Anyanga Beach, Lake Victoria, Kenya (read the abstract) Safina Musa and Christopher Mulanda et al. (Kenya)
    141 11:30–11:45 Abstract TRK2_019 Interactive Effects of Salinity and Dietary Energy on Growth Performance, Histomorphology and Nutrient Transporter Expression in Juvenile Nile Tilapia (Oreochromis niloticus) (read the abstract) Serge Dossou et al. (Kenya)
    142 11:45–12:00 Abstract TRK2_025 Patterns of Genetic Diversity and Population Structure among Natural and Farmed Nile Tilapia (Oreochromis niloticus) Populations in Kenya. (read the abstract) JACOB ABWAO (Kenya)
    143 12:00–12:15 Abstract TRK2_011 Growth of Clarias gariepinus and Capsicum chinense in Raft Aquaponics System with External Wastes Solids Removal Devices (read the abstract) Akinwole et al. (Nigeria)
    144 12:15–12:30 Abstract TRK2_006 Current Fish Feed Status and Development of New Feeding Technologies for Aquaculture Growth and Development in Kenya: Rapid Review (read the abstract) Mungai Daniel et al. (Kenya)
    S27

    Pollution, Aquatic Health & Biotechnology

    Room D · 11:00 – 12:30

    6 presentations Live

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    145 11:00–11:15 Abstract TRK6_060 Plastic litter in River Sabaki and Tana riverbanks (read the abstract) Gilbert Atuga et al. (Kenya)
    146 11:15–11:30 Abstract TRK6_061 Pollution Control & Ecosystem Health in Kenya (read the abstract) Annette Nelson et al. (Kenya)
    147 11:30–11:45 Abstract TRK6_006 Assessment, Identification, and Quantification of Plastic Pollution Along the Shoreline of Lake Turkana, Kenya. (read the abstract) Maurice Obiero et al. (Kenya)
    148 11:45–12:00 Abstract TRK5_004 Bio inspired marine system for microplastics (read the abstract) Elijah Otieno Ralingo (Kenya)
    149 12:00–12:15 Abstract TRK6_024 Ecotoxicological risk assessment of organochlorine pesticides in surface sediments from South Coast Estuaries, Kenya (read the abstract) Kobingi Nyakeya et al. (Kenya)
    150 12:15–12:30 Abstract TRK6_033 Heavy Metal Contamination in Mombasa’s Coastal Waters (2015–2024): A Review of Trends, Sources, and Ecological Risks (read the abstract) Justine Rutto (Kenya)
  4. Lunch
  6. Tea / coffee break

Sessions Friday 27 November 2026