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A compilation of reports from discussions held with maritime experts in our International Maritime Security Working Group Rapport de la réunion GoGMI IMSWG Développer l'économie bleue au Ghana ; Perspectives et défis 27 mars 2019 Télécharger le rapport complet Rapport de la réunion GoGMI IMSWG Développer l'économie bleue au Ghana ; Perspectives et défis 27 mars 2019 Télécharger le rapport complet Rapport de la réunion GoGMI IMSWG Développer les carrières bleues pour favoriser le développement stratégique des économies maritimes du golfe de Guinée 25 février 2021 Cette réunion vise à fournir une plate-forme aux parties prenantes régionales et nationales pour identifier et discuter de stratégies globales et d'actions concrètes qui favorisent le développement de nouvelles compétences et de carrières bleues pour l'industrie maritime africaine. Télécharger le rapport Rapport de la réunion GoGMI IMSWG Intégration du genre dans le secteur marin du Ghana 27 novembre 2020 Télécharger le rapport Rapport de la réunion GoGMI IMSWG Planification spatiale marine pour atteindre l'ODD 14 au Ghana 28 août 2020 Télécharger le rapport Rapport de la réunion GoGMI IMSWG Stratégies maritimes régionales et nationales 10 juillet 2020 Télécharger le rapport Rapport de la réunion GoGMI IMSWG Les déchets plastiques marins, un danger pour la santé des océans et l'économie bleue 7 mai 2019 Télécharger le rapport complet Rapport de la réunion GoGMI IMSWG Développer l'économie bleue au Ghana ; Perspectives et défis 27 mars 2019 Un produit des efforts de collaboration entre les représentants de diverses agences gouvernementales et experts institutionnels, ainsi que les parties prenantes de l'industrie maritime qui a été dirigée par l'Institut maritime du golfe de Guinée (GoGMI) avec le soutien du Centre international de maintien de la paix Kofi. Télécharger le rapport complet

The Gulf of Guinea Maritime Institute (GoGMI) is an NGO dedicated to maritime security research, advocacy and capacity-building across the West African sub-region and beyond. We are currently expanding our reach and impact, with the help of innovative and driven young individuals. If you wish to support efforts towards the development of a thriving blue economy for Africa, we would love to have you as an intern in any of the following areas: OCEAN GOVERNANCE / MARITIME SECURITY RESEARCH ADVOCACY AND CONTENT DEVELOPMENT PROJECT MANAGEMENT SOCIAL MEDIA MANAGEMENT To apply, kindly forward an application letter and CV to info@gogmi.org.gh no later than 28th February 2022 with the subject: GOGMI INTERNSHIP PROGRAMME 2022. NB. Internships are unpaid; however, the selected interns will receive a monthly transportation stipend.

JOB DESCRIPTION The Gulf of Guinea Maritime Institute is seeking an experienced and dynamic Associate Director to help our organisation to the next level of growth and impact. The ideal candidate must be a visionary leader with a passion for our mission and a track record of success in maritime research, public advocacy, and capacity development in the Gulf of Guinea region. Responsibilities: Develop and implement strategic plans that advance the organisation's mission and vision in consultation with management. Oversee day-to-day operations, including program management, finance, fundraising, and human resources. Build and maintain relationships with key stakeholders, including donors, partners, and community members. Provide technical support and expertise for the implementation of research projects and grants. Represent the Institute at conferences, workshops, and strategic-level stakeholder engagements. Lead fundraising efforts and ensure financial sustainability of the organisation. Assist in talent acquisition and management. Ensure compliance with legal and ethical standards, including those related to financial management and programme delivery Qualifications: Minimum of a Master’s degree in fields related to ocean governance, maritime security, coastal zone management, marine conservation and other relevant areas. Minimum of 5 years demonstrable experience in any maritime or ocean related field, preferably in a leadership position Proven track record of successful fundraising and revenue generation in the NGO sector Strong strategic planning and program development skills Excellent communication, interpersonal, and relationship-building skills Experience working with high-level stakeholders Experience in maritime administration and research is desired Must be a Ghanaian or a legal resident in Ghana. Deadline for Application: 22nd March, 2023 Applications must include a cover letter , resume , and contact information for three professional references . CLICK HERE TO APPLY

MARITIME SECURITY INTERVENTIONS AUDIT Background and Rationale It is clear that maritime security debates over the past few decades have centered on the Gulf of Guinea (GoG) – a region considered the most dangerous for seafarers – and the unique conundrum it presents to maritime security cooperation. The Gulf of Guinea is crucial, not only because it is geographically cardinal to maritime trade but also because its strategic significance is largely interwoven with the interests of a large number of actors. The implications of this are as extensive and multifaceted. For instance, while it does imply a multiplicity of interests in enhancing the region’s maritime security, it equally infers the exposure of the region to a more complex set of maritime security threats, as well as a more complex set of responses to these threats. The Gulf is therefore characterised by an intricate nexus of threats and governance challenges that have resulted in varied responses from different levels of actors. From the composite Yaoundé Architecture to the multi-actor G7++ Friends of the Gulf of Guinea, these interventions have emerged in response to the peculiar nature of maritime security challenges faced by the region and are likely to evolve as the dynamics of those challenges change over time. The implications of this proliferation of interventions are two-fold. First, it deepens the need for partnerships and collaborations across a broad range of stakeholders. Second, it heightens elements of informality and experimentation in governance approaches towards attaining shared goals within the region. Whether such an evolution will be beneficial to advancing the multiplex of interests in the region, however, is dependent on a contextual analysis of how their discourses and practices have shaped the maritime security architecture of the region and how various actors deal with the complexities of the region’s maritime security environment. It is also dependent on a credible assessment of how efforts in the region aimed at addressing maritime security concerns can be more effectively coordinated and harnessed towards the attainment of shared interests. A study that incorporates these dynamics could create a much clearer understanding of the suitability of existing frameworks for enhancing maritime security in the region. Areas of Exploration This study seeks to contribute to the limited research on the complexity of maritime security interventions in the Gulf of Guinea, with the ultimate intent of illuminating viable pathways for harmonising collective efforts towards enhancing shared goals. The research questions are categorised under three thematic areas as indicated below: Existing maritime security initiatives/frameworks in the region: What are the range of existing maritime security initiatives in the region and what is their disposition, especially in terms of threat focus? How successful or otherwise have these interventions been in curbing incidents of maritime crime in the region? Evolution of maritime security initiatives/ frameworks in the region: What are the primary reasons for varying maritime security initiatives in the Gulf of Guinea? What has been the evolutionary trajectory of the range of initiatives in the region? How did complexities evolve over time? How have the discourses and practices of actors shaped approaches to maritime security in the region over time? Actor relations and responses What are the power relationships imbued within the cluster of interventions in the region? How are the resulting complexities navigated by state and non-state actors with varying interests in the region? How have the discourse and practices of various actors shaped the maritime security architecture of the region? Are there existing mechanisms to reduce complexities or facilitate coordination amongst existing initiatives, interventions or frameworks? What are the prospects for harmonising the convoluted mix of efforts in the region towards the ultimate end of enhancing maritime security? Phases of the Audit The fundamental aim of this study is to map the range of maritime security initiatives and interventions in the Gulf of Guinea, assess the complexities these have posed to maritime security governance, examine the responses of actors to these complexities and determine whether or not efforts have been successful and can be ultimately harmonised towards enhancing the region’s maritime security. To achieve this, the audit will be conducted along four different phases, depicted in the figure below. Figure 1: Phases of the Audit Major Outputs The Audit has been structured by the Institute to result in a number of notable outputs, each of which will result in substantial contributions to advancing maritime security governance in the Gulf of Guinea and beyond. These are enumerated below: Brief Analytical Papers of Major Interventions Prior to publication of the detailed study report, brief analytical papers on selected maritime security interventions will be disseminated by the Institute as separate publications. Each paper will provide a brief historical backdrop to the intervention in question, explore its scope, examine whether or not the intervention is achieving its primary objectives and investigate practicable pathways to strengthening the ability of these interventions to attain their ultimate goals. 2. Policy Briefs Useful policy actions intended to be included in the detailed report will be shared as quarterly policy briefs for the duration of the Audit. The quarterly briefs will provide direct policy recommendations for addressing gaps within the region’s maritime security architecture. 3. Detailed Report The primary output of the study will be a detailed report of findings, conclusions and recommendations titled The Gulf Complex: An Audit of the Range of Maritime Security Interventions in the Gulf of Guinea. The structured report will serve as a useful reference document for all stakeholders interested in gaining a complete picture of the full range of maritime security interventions in the Gulf of Guinea. Corroborated by infographics and diagrammatic representations, the report will provide a clear picture of cross-linkages between interventions in the region, as well as an analysis of the successes and failures chalked by these interventions. 4. Dissemination Workshop Following the publication of the detailed report, the Institute will conduct a regional workshop to disseminate the findings of the study across a broad range of stakeholders in the region. The workshop will particularly be aimed at enhancing high-level dialogue between policy makers across the region and key actors playing a role in the execution of the myriad of initiatives in the Gulf of Guinea, on pathways to coordinating efforts towards shared regional interests and objectives. 5. Journal Edition: The Gulf Spectrum The Institute began processes towards publication of the first edition of the Gulf Spectrum, a flagship journal intended to provide stakeholders across the Gulf of Guinea and beyond with unique, local perspectives on critical issues surrounding maritime governance, safety and security in the Gulf of Guinea. The first edition of the journal will be published under the theme, Maritime Security Interventions in the Gulf of Guinea and will provide a pathway to collating research and regional voices on the MSIA along three thematic areas: Evolution of maritime security initiatives in the Gulf of Guinea The range of existing initiatives in the region Actor relations and responses The Call for Papers was publicised in the month of September. Afterwards, the Institute, along with the Editorial constituted for the journal, selected eleven abstracts and informed the authors accordingly. The Atlantic Centre has indicated its commitment to provide editorial support for the first edition of the Gulf Spectrum and to contribute towards the organisation of the planned MSIA Conference, where authors will be given the opportunity to present their papers. Audit Outcomes & Impacts The Audit is a crucial first step to demystifying complexities resulting from the convoluted mix of maritime security interventions in the Gulf of Guinea. It is intended to yield an array of short-term outcomes and long-term impacts, as illustrated below. Figure 2: Outcomes & Impacts Methodology The research is expected to be conducted using a mix of methods, ranging from open and explorative qualitative and quantitative approaches , through desktop reviews, interviews, focus-group discussions and stakeholder surveys. Each of these approaches will be segmented according to the various phases of the research as per the figure below. Figure 3: Data Sources Data gathered from each of these sources will undergo rigorous analysis and verification processes such as cross referencing, before being included in the final report. Again, all stakeholders approached for expert interviews, focus group discussions or to participate in stakeholder surveys with be notable actors, stakeholders or implementers within requisite maritime security interventions across the region to ensure that feedback is both credible and relevant. The report will include relevant charts, figures and infographics necessary to adequately convey information gathered. Some of the documents to be reviewed are listed below in the execution of the Audit are listed below: Figure 4: Inexhaustive List of Documentary Sources Research Report: Great Power Competition in the Atlantic GoGMI was confirmed as a key partner with the Atlantic Centre in co-authoring a report on great power competition in the Atlantic. The report aims to address the consequences of non-Atlantic powers present in the Atlantic as its core object of study, in order to best depict the current predicaments the region faces in the short and middle run. GoGMI’s chapter in the report highlights the nature of great power competition within the context of the Gulf of Guinea, as well as how such competition ultimately influences maritime security outcomes in the region.

A repository of assessment reports, Special reports, Declarations, Technical Papers, Methodology reports and reports from GoG Experts meetings, Summits, Conferences and Workshops. Library A repository of assessment reports, Special reports, Declarations, Technical Papers, Methodology reports and reports from GoG Experts meetings, Summits, Conferences and Workshops. Academic Papers/Journals Blue Economy Policy Handbook. Academic Papers Deep Sea Mining-A note on potentials and risks. Regional & International Legal Instruments & Agreements/Strategy Documents Reg&Int. Legal Instruments ECOWAS Integrated Maritime Strategy. Yaounde Code of Conduct. 2050 Africa's Integrated Maritime Strategy. The Yaounde Framework - A summary. Reports & Reviews Reports and Reviews Interventionism in the Gulf of Guinea: The Case of Maritime Security Governance – Joint research partnership with Atlantic Center, Portugal. G7++FOGG Event Report An Evaluation of the Yaoundé Architecture Strengthening Counter-Piracy Responses: The Gulf of Guinea Maritime Collaboration Forum - SHADE Developing Blue Careers to Foster Strategic Development of Gulf of Guinea Maritime Economies. Agenda for Sustainable Development. Report on Marine Spatial Planning for Achieving SDG 14 in Ghana. Ocean Literacy for all - A toolkit. Ocean Solutions that benefit people. Spotlight on the Exploitation of Company Structures by Illegal Fishing Operators. 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GoGMI is a non-profit organization incorporated in Ghana. It constitutes a ‘think-tank’ for maritime strategic thinkers, practitioners and allies to interact, share ideas and research into strategic maritime affairs affecting the Gulf of Guinea Region. À PROPOS DE GoGMI La région du golfe de Guinée (GoG) est définie comme la zone maritime comprise entre les États côtiers de la Côte d'Ivoire à l'Angola. Les pays du Golfe comprennent la Côte d'Ivoire, le Ghana, le Togo, le Bénin, le Nigeria, le Cameroun, la Guinée équatoriale, le Congo, la République démocratique du Congo, le Gabon et l'Angola. La région regorge de pétrole brut et de ressources halieutiques et devient de plus en plus attrayante pour les grandes puissances du monde. On estime que la Région atteindrait à terme, voire dépasserait le golfe Persique en matière de production de pétrole brut. C'est aussi une Région très instable. La concurrence entre les grandes puissances pour le contrôle des ressources de la Région pourrait conduire à des guerres par procuration de type Guerre froide et à davantage d'insécurité dans la Région. La récente concurrence féroce entre Exxon Mobil des États-Unis et China National Offshore Oil Company (CNOOC) via la Ghana National Petroleum Corporation (GNPC) pour acheter les actions de Cosmos Energy dans Jubilee Oil Field au Ghana atteste de la probabilité de ces conflits par procuration. Il est nécessaire que les gouvernements de la région du GoG disposent des informations requises basées sur une analyse stratégique de la sécurité maritime en plus de toute dynamique économique et politique pour prendre des décisions judicieuses dans de telles circonstances. Il est important que ces informations proviennent de sources autochtones plutôt qu'externes. Actuellement, il n'y a pas d'institut indigène actif dédié à la recherche maritime stratégique, au plaidoyer et au conseil dans le GoG. Le recours continu aux informations et aux évaluations d'agences extérieures à la région n'augure rien de bon pour les intérêts des pays de la région. Ces informations et évaluations sont principalement basées sur les intérêts des pays et agences sources. L'Institut maritime du golfe de Guinée (GoGMI) est conçu pour combler le vide. Il s'agit d'une organisation de recherche à but non lucratif constituée au Ghana. Il constitue un « groupe de réflexion » pour les penseurs stratégiques maritimes, les praticiens et les alliés pour interagir, partager des idées et des recherches sur les affaires maritimes stratégiques affectant la région du golfe de Guinée (GoG). L'activité principale de l'Institut est la recherche maritime stratégique, le conseil et le plaidoyer dans les domaines de la sûreté, de la sécurité et de l'environnement dans l'espace maritime ghanéen et du golfe de Guinée en général. L'objectif principal de GoGMI est de produire des recherches reconnues et de fournir des solutions d'un point de vue autochtone, s'attaquant ainsi au déséquilibre actuel dans les études maritimes de la région, où l'opinion et les intérêts locaux sont sous-représentés. About: About Us VISION Notre vision est de devenir le principal institut de recherche et de plaidoyer dans les affaires maritimes stratégiques dans la région du GoG. About: Who We Are ÉNONCÉ DE MISSION La mission du GoGMI est de fournir une base intellectuelle aux gouvernements, aux organisations, aux personnes morales et aux particuliers dont les activités empiètent sur le domaine maritime de la région du GoG afin d'assurer une utilisation durable de la mer. Nous le ferons par la recherche et le plaidoyer sur les questions maritimes stratégiques affectant la Région afin d'influencer les politiques et les activités affectant l'environnement maritime de la Région. Dans la conduite de nos affaires, nous respecterons les valeurs d'indépendance, d'exactitude et d'équité. About: Who We Are About: Who We Are MODÈLE D'AFFAIRES La force motrice de GoGMI est la réalisation de l'excellence dans la recherche maritime stratégique, l'éducation, les médias et les services de conseil. GoGMI est une organisation interdisciplinaire pionnière qui vise à fournir des connaissances à tous, en utilisant une variété de supports pour surmonter les barrières traditionnelles. En tant qu'organisme de recherche à but non lucratif, le modèle commercial de GoGMI est unique en ce qu'il s'appuie sur sa communauté virtuelle pour générer les revenus nécessaires à la production de solutions de recherche et d'éducation. Le modèle est un cycle auto-entretenu qui garantit l'indépendance de l'Institut et sa capacité à répondre aux besoins de la région du GoG. Les contributeurs de l'Institut et son réseau d'experts créent le contenu qui est ensuite diffusé à travers une variété de canaux, y compris des publications périodiques, des livres, des séminaires, des conférences et Internet et mis à la disposition de la communauté des personnes intéressées par l'étude du domaine maritime de la région.

Bienvenue à l'Institut Maritime du Golfe de Guinée - GoGMI Date: 2nd April - 30th May 2025 Time: 1:00pm to 3:00pm GMT Venue: Online - Zoom Participants Only: Access Course Materials Here Rationale Overview GoGMI est une organisation à but non lucratif constituée au Ghana. Il constitue un « groupe de réflexion » pour les penseurs stratégiques maritimes, les praticiens et les alliés pour interagir, partager des idées et des recherches sur les affaires maritimes stratégiques affectant la région du golfe de Guinée. L'activité principale de l'Institut est la recherche maritime stratégique, le conseil et le plaidoyer dans les domaines de la sûreté, de la sécurité et de l'environnement dans l'espace maritime ghanéen et du golfe de Guinée en général. L'objectif principal de GoGMI est de produire des recherches reconnues et de fournir des solutions d'un point de vue autochtone, s'attaquant ainsi au déséquilibre actuel dans les études maritimes de la région, où l'opinion et les intérêts locaux sont sous-représentés. Course Outcomes GoGMI est une organisation à but non lucratif constituée au Ghana. Il constitue un « groupe de réflexion » pour les penseurs stratégiques maritimes, les praticiens et les alliés pour interagir, partager des idées et des recherches sur les affaires maritimes stratégiques affectant la région du golfe de Guinée. L'activité principale de l'Institut est la recherche maritime stratégique, le conseil et le plaidoyer dans les domaines de la sûreté, de la sécurité et de l'environnement dans l'espace maritime ghanéen et du golfe de Guinée en général. L'objectif principal de GoGMI est de produire des recherches reconnues et de fournir des solutions d'un point de vue autochtone, s'attaquant ainsi au déséquilibre actuel dans les études maritimes de la région, où l'opinion et les intérêts locaux sont sous-représentés. 01 Generate an understanding of how to develop maritime security strategies that address Africa's unique challenges. 02 Examine the primary features that enhance the sustainability of strategies and action plans or otherwise 03 Explore tools and techniques that can facilitate the implementation of continental, regional and national maritime strategy documents 04 Equip participants with the skill sets necessary to contribute meaningfully to maritime security strategy development processes across Africa 05 Explicate the implications of strategy development processes on the success or failure of national, regional and continental strategies 06 Develop the skills of participants to collaborate with stakeholders and partners toward maritime security strategy development and implementation Course Modules 01 Maritime Security Strategy Theory 02 Assessing Maritime Security Challenges & Opportunities I & II 03 Interagency Coordination and Stakeholder Analysis I & II 04 Mid-Course Practical Exercise 05 Ends, Ways, Means 06 Maritime Strategy Implementation 07 Case Study and Course Conclusion Course Beneficiaries GoGMI est une organisation à but non lucratif constituée au Ghana. Il constitue un « groupe de réflexion » pour les penseurs stratégiques maritimes, les praticiens et les alliés pour interagir, partager des idées et des recherches sur les affaires maritimes stratégiques affectant la région du golfe de Guinée. L'activité principale de l'Institut est la recherche maritime stratégique, le conseil et le plaidoyer dans les domaines de la sûreté, de la sécurité et de l'environnement dans l'espace maritime ghanéen et du golfe de Guinée en général. L'objectif principal de GoGMI est de produire des recherches reconnues et de fournir des solutions d'un point de vue autochtone, s'attaquant ainsi au déséquilibre actuel dans les études maritimes de la région, où l'opinion et les intérêts locaux sont sous-représentés. Course Director GoGMI est une organisation à but non lucratif constituée au Ghana. Il constitue un « groupe de réflexion » pour les penseurs stratégiques maritimes, les praticiens et les alliés pour interagir, partager des idées et des recherches sur les affaires maritimes stratégiques affectant la région du golfe de Guinée. L'activité principale de l'Institut est la recherche maritime stratégique, le conseil et le plaidoyer dans les domaines de la sûreté, de la sécurité et de l'environnement dans l'espace maritime ghanéen et du golfe de Guinée en général. L'objectif principal de GoGMI est de produire des recherches reconnues et de fournir des solutions d'un point de vue autochtone, s'attaquant ainsi au déséquilibre actuel dans les études maritimes de la région, où l'opinion et les intérêts locaux sont sous-représentés.

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GoGMI awards Fellowship only to exceptional individuals at the forefront of ocean governance, maritime safety, and security, or related disciplines and have demonstrated significant achievements relevant to GoGMI over the last 10 years. Fellow Membership GoGMI awards Fellowship only to exceptional individuals at the forefront of ocean governance, maritime safety and security, or related disciplines and have demonstrated significant achievements relevant to GoGMI over the last 10 years. Applicants must show evidence of their specific personal contributions, achievements and the associated impact in two and no more than three of the eight criteria described below. To apply, complete the application form here using no more than 1000 words in total, where appropriate include URL links for significant additional evidence. URL links should only be used to validate key evidence provided. If you cannot provide publicly available information due to security or other sensitivity, then it must be confirmed by your supporters. Sign Up Today! First Name Last Name Email Phone Address/GPS Address Next As a Fellow you’ll benefit from: Certificate of fellowship from the institute Our exclusive Fellows Telegram group for global networking The opportunity to lend your voice to the Institute’s forum, and contribute to our indigenous research activities and programs. Exclusive invitations to our International Maritime Security Working Group forum series as well as a significant discount on registration for our professional conferences. Criteria: Creativity Describe the key findings of your independent contributions to original research, including the associated outcomes and impact that have resulted in national and /or international recognition. Include a selection of the following examples that cover the full 5-year period. Influence and contribution Indicate any other activities that demonstrate the expectations for GoGMI Fellow not covered by the criteria above. There must be evidence of personal impact but there is no other constraint on the type of activity that might be considered under this criterion. It could include any of the following: – Any activity that fulfils the wider goals and aims of GoGMI and is of a standard commensurate with the other Fellowship criteria. Our mission: To provide an intellectual base to governments, organizations, corporate bodies and individuals whose activities impinge upon the maritime domain of the GoG Region to ensure a sustainable use of the sea. Enterprise Summarize your personal creation and development of successful business (es) or significant business unit(s) in areas relevant to the IET, including details of products and services developed and delivered. Responsibility Summarize your operational responsibility for significant programmes, activities, risks and resources within an organization (commercial, industrial, government, military or academic). Include an organizational chart that shows your title and your position within your organization both upwards and downwards, including the number of people that report directly and indirectly to you. Insight and experience Show your roles as a consultant, business manager, technical specialist / subject area expert / functional head in fields related to engineering and technology. Service Describe the impact of your outstanding service as an exceptional individual on committees or other relevant organizations in ocean governance and maritime safety and security disciplines such as non-government and government committees, not-for-profit organizations etc. Leadership Describe your senior role(s) that set, directs or significantly influences an organization’s vision, strategic and operational aims. Please include an organizational chart that shows your title and position within your organization both upwards and downwards, including the number of professional engineers and other professional people that report directly and indirectly to you. Demonstrate how you have shown leadership. Repute Provide evidence of public recognition of standing at national and/or international level For further enquiries, contact us on membership@gogmi.org.gh

THE GULF SPECTRUM GoGMI Journal of Maritime Research About the Journal The Gulf Spectrum is a flagship journal by the Gulf of Guinea Maritime Institute (GoGMI), intended to provide stakeholders across the Gulf of Guinea and beyond with unique, local perspectives on critical issues surrounding maritime governance, safety and security in the Gulf of Guinea. From piracy and armed robbery at sea to marine environmental concerns such as plastic pollution, the journal will feature contributions that not only highlight the Gulf’s most pertinent ocean governance concerns, but also explore practicable approaches to addressing these, taking into consideration national and regional contexts. The journal will be published annually; however, thematic areas could run longer as single volumes. Each volume of the journal will be characterised by its own writing style in terms of referencing, word count limits, etc., based on discussions with the journal’s editorial board. Rationale The Gulf Spectrum comes at a crucial point in the Gulf of Guinea’s history, with piratical activity at its lowest point in nearly a decade. The sudden drop in piracy and armed robbery at sea raises some key questions: Can the drop in piratical activities be sustained? Are criminal groups merely shifting their focus to other grey areas of maritime criminality in the region?dit the text and include the information you would like to feature? What interlinkages exist between the region’s broad arrays of maritime security concerns? Beyond these security-centered concerns, the Gulf of Guinea - considered as hosting one of the world’s largest marine ecosystems - is characterised by marine environmental concerns, several of which also have notable intersections with maritime safety and security. The region’s complex and dynamic threat path points to the need to develop a more holistic understanding of its intricacies - an understanding that can only be developed if adequate efforts are put in place to consolidate research outputs and perspectives on varying facets of ocean governance in the Gulf of Guinea. The Gulf Spectrum provides one of the most exclusive, local-driven platforms for this consolidation. By disseminating well-written, analytical pieces from authors within the Gulf of Guinea, the journal will allow its readers to explore unfolding incidents through insider lenses and to hear the voices that matter the most in shaping governance outcomes in a region that was once considered the most dangerous for seafarers across the globe. Subscribe to get exclusive updates about the Journal Email Join Our Mailing List Thanks for subscribing! About Volume 1: Maritime Security Interventions in the Gulf of Guinea It is clear that maritime security debates over the past few decades have centered on the Gulf of Guinea (GoG) – a region considered the most dangerous for seafarers – and the unique conundrum it presents to maritime security cooperation. The Gulf of Guinea is crucial, not only because it is geographically cardinal to maritime trade but also because its strategic significance is largely interwoven with the interests of a large number of actors. The implications of this are as extensive and multifaceted. For instance, while it does imply a multiplicity of interests in enhancing the region’s maritime security, it equally infers the exposure of the region to a more complex set of maritime security threats, as well as a more complex set of responses to these threats. The Gulf is therefore characterised by an intricate nexus of threats and governance challenges that have resulted in varied responses from different levels of actors. From the composite Yaoundé Architecture to the multi-actor G7++ Friends of the Gulf of Guinea, these interventions have emerged in response to the peculiar nature of maritime security challenges faced by the region and are likely to evolve as the dynamics of those challenges change over time. The implications of this proliferation of interventions are two-fold. First, it deepens the need for partnerships and collaborations across a broad range of stakeholders. Second, it heightens elements of informality and experimentation in governance approaches towards attaining shared goals within the region. Whether such an evolution will be beneficial to advancing the multiplex of interests in the region, however, is dependent on a contextual analysis of how their discourses and practices have shaped the maritime security architecture of the region and how various actors deal with the complexities of the region’s maritime security environment. It is also dependent on a credible assessment of how efforts in the region aimed at addressing maritime security concerns can be more effectively coordinated and harnessed towards the attainment of shared interests. This volume seeks to collate research on the complexity of maritime security interventions in the Gulf of Guinea, with the ultimate intent of illuminating viable pathways for harmonizing collective efforts towards enhancing shared goals. Submissions will address the following thematic areas: Evolution of Maritime Security Initiatives Range of existing Initiatives Actor Relations and Responses Request a Copy Today! 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GoG-MCF/SHADE seeks to create a viable platform for navies, industry partners and other relevant stakeholders from across the Gulf of Guinea and beyond to harmonise counter-piracy efforts and communication in the region under the existing information sharing architecture. Heading Strengthening Counter-Piracy Responses: The Gulf of Guinea Maritime Collaboration Forum An article by the Gulf of Guinea Maritime Institute Shared Awareness – A Starting Point In the past decade, the world has witnessed an evolution of the Gulf of Guinea’s maritime security threat trajectory – an evolution that rendered the region the most dangerous for seafarers. In 2020, all fifty-seven (57) incidents of kidnapping-for-ransom worldwide occurred in the Gulf; and in the first quarter of 2021, the region accounted for nearly half of all reported piracy incidents worldwide, leaving it as the world’s piracy hotspot, according to the International Maritime Bureau (IMB) . What remained clear during this period was that the region presented a unique convolution of enablers for piratical activities, with an inadequate framework for effective maritime regulation and enforcement. In particular, few mechanisms existed for operative dissemination and sharing of information across the broad range of actors involved – a prerequisite to fostering coordinated responses to piracy in the region. Recognising this, the Government of Nigeria and the Inter-regional Coordination Centre (ICC), which represents twenty-one (21) countries in the Gulf of Guinea, signed a Memorandum of Understanding to establish a regionally owned forum, aimed at fostering shared awareness and military de-confliction. The Gulf of Guinea Maritime Collaboration Forum and Shared Awareness and De-confliction (GoG-MCF/SHADE) seeks to create a viable platform for navies, industry partners and other relevant stakeholders from across the Gulf of Guinea and beyond to harmonise counter-piracy efforts and communication in the region under the existing information sharing architecture provided by both the Yaoundé Code of Conduct (YCOC) and the Best Management Practices to Deter Piracy and Enhance Maritime Security off the Coast of West Africa (BMP-WA). Modus Operandi The GoG-MCF/SHADE functions primarily through plenary sessions, each intended to generate dialogue and result in tangible action steps necessary to foster operational coordination between regional navies and stakeholders within the Gulf of Guinea’s maritime industry. The initiative’s three (3) Working Groups (WG) were formed during the first plenary session across the following thematic areas: Cooperation at Sea (operations), Reporting and Information Sharing and Air De-confliction. The primary purpose of the WG is to identify viable areas for the enhancement of cooperation and de-confliction and to make salient recommendations for each plenary to adopt. To facilitate this, each Working Group includes a subject-matter expert and is chaired by a regional representative. The chart below highlights the major objectives of each of the Working Groups. The SHADE Model has already demonstrated its ability to support the exchange of information between regional and non-regional military forces in countering Somali piracy in the Horn of Africa. Giulia Nicoloso, Critical Maritime Routes Programme Modus Operandi The GoG-MCF/SHADE functions primarily through plenary sessions, each intended to generate dialogue and result in tangible action steps necessary to foster operational coordination between regional navies and stakeholders within the Gulf of Guinea’s maritime industry. The initiative’s three (3) Working Groups (WG) were formed during the first plenary session across the following thematic areas: Cooperation at Sea (operations), Reporting and Information Sharing and Air De-confliction. The primary purpose of the WG is to identify viable areas for the enhancement of cooperation and de-confliction and to make salient recommendations for each plenary to adopt. To facilitate this, each Working Group includes a subject-matter expert and is chaired by a regional representative. The chart below highlights the major objectives of each of the Working Groups. Figure 1: Thematic Working Groups Complementarities The GoG-MCF/SHADE model was designed to work complimentarily with existing information sharing architectures and initiatives in the Gulf of Guinea region, such as the YCOC, BMP-WA and G7++ Friends of the Gulf of Guinea (FoGG). Past Plenaries Since its establishment, the GoG-MCF/SHADE has held five plenary sessions, each complemented by technical Working Group meetings, Working Group chair coordination meetings and plenary session reports. The first four plenaries were held on a bi-monthly cycle; however, a decision has been made to host the plenaries on a tri-monthly cycle going forward. Figure 2: Functional Sessions of the SHADE Model The Fifth Plenary: A Closer Look The fifth plenary presented the first opportunity for the GoG-MCF/SHADE Forum to be convened in-person, facilitating a more active engagement amongst the stakeholders present. The plenary had the theme Sustainability of Maritime Security in the Gulf of Guinea and provided an opportunity for maritime stakeholders to advocate the need for effective collaboration in the battle against maritime criminality in the region . In attendance were ninety (90) representatives from the sub-region and beyond, making it one of the largest platforms for galvanizing the efforts of stakeholders in operational responses to piracy and armed robbery at sea in the Gulf of Guinea. Figure 3: Range of Participants: 5th Plenary Session The plenary highlighted, amongst other things, the crucial support of the International Maritime Organisation (IMO) and the G7++ FoGG in advancing the objectives of the forum and facilitating positive interactions. The shipping industry also called for more effective information sharing and interaction between navies operating in the Gulf of Guinea to enhance visibility in the region’s piracy hotspots. The need for such information sharing had to be carefully juxtaposed against a delineation of the roles and responsibilities of different national agencies, while recognising complementarities to avoid a duplication of efforts. Some of the key recommendations resulting from the plenary are indicated below: There is the need for national stakeholders to review and upgrade Maritime Domain Awareness (MDA) infrastructure and systems to improve MDA in the Gulf of Guinea. Other relevant stakeholders must also consider the integration of national air assets in enhancing MDA and regional counter-piracy responses. The forum must develop a regular threat assessment for the Gulf of Guinea to facilitate regional naval awareness and industry risk assessment. The GoG-MCF/SHADE should be effectively used to facilitate the joint strategic communications needed to demonstrate regional progress in effectively addressing piracy and armed robbery at sea. Actors at the national level must continue to improve national legislations to ensure a legal finish to piracy prosecutions. The key challenge in the Gulf of Guinea is to effectively integrate all initiatives to address piracy, armed robbery and all maritime criminality into a focused and coordinated effort through the Yaoundé Code of Conduct framework. IMO will continue to play a significant role in facilitating this integration, by maintaining our unstinting support for the Yaoundé Code of Conduct architecture and strengthening capability and capacity. Secretary-General Kitack Lim, International Maritime Organisation - 14th July, 2021 Towards Effective Counter-piracy Responses The Gulf of Guinea is characterised by a complex set of maritime security interventions and initiatives, each aimed at addressing pertinent maritime criminalities such as piracy and armed robbery at sea. The GoG-MCF/SHADE presents a practical opportunity to coordinate efforts by the broad range of stakeholders in the region towards the shared goal of enhancing maritime security. More specifically the SHADE forum has led to the following notable benefits: Facilitation of operational dialogue across the clear-cut thematic areas of the WPs (Air De-confliction, Cooperation at Sea and Information Sharing) resulting in more targeted dialogues across groups with shared maritime security priorities Catalysation of active external stakeholder initiation of effective maritime regulation and enforcement operations, intended to complement other efforts across the region Establishment of operable best practices and mechansims for reporting incidents across regional navies, such as a replication of the Mercury communication platform used within the Indian Ocean through SOLARTA. Of course, the model can only be successful with the full and active participation of regional and international navies, as well as other relevant stakeholders within the Gulf of Guinea in particular, and across the globe at large. As more plenaries are held, it is imperative that action items are effectively implemented and assessed against intended goals, so that lessons learnt can continually feed into a more effective functioning of GoG-MCF/SHADE. [SOLARTA] has gone online, is being used…and has proved to be effective in preventing attacks becoming hostage situations…And that is a big accomplishment in the space of six months. Simon Church, Special Adviser to Forum Co-chairs - 7th February, 2022 …The establishment of…SHADE has enabled working-level stakeholders from the GoG region and outside…to connect and discuss how best to tackle piracy in the area…this has been a catalyst for non-regional stakeholders to step up and initiate effective maritime law enforcement operations… Dr. Bashir Jamoh, Director-General, Nigerian Maritime Administration and Safety Agency - 5th May, 2022 1/1 The Institute wishes to acknowledge the GoG-MCF SHADE for granting access to useful resources on the initiative, relevant to the preparation of this article APERÇU DE L'ÉVÉNEMENT Le 26 avril 2021, la CPI de Yaoundé et le Nigeria ont annoncé la formation d'un cadre international pour une sensibilisation et une déconfliction partagées pour les activités dans le golfe de Guinée. Cet événement est la réunion inaugurale de ce cadre dénommé Forum de Collaboration Maritime du Golfe de Guinée – SHADE (GOG MCF/SHADE). Cette réunion en ligne organisée par l'Institut maritime du golfe de Guinée (GOGMI) est sur invitation des coprésidents SHADE de l'ICC et de la marine nigériane. CONFÉRENCIERS INVITÉS M. Kitack Lim, Secrétaire général, Organisation maritime internationale Vice-amiral Awwal Zubairu Gambo – Chef d'état-major de la Marine, Nigéria Contre-amiral Narciso Fastudo – Directeur exécutif, ICC Yaoundé Dr Bashir Jamoh, Directeur général/PDG NIMASA, Nigéria M. Guy Platten, Secrétaire général, International Chamber of Shipping Voir toutes les biographies CARACTÉRISTIQUES DE L'ÉVÉNEMENT SÉANCE I Séance plénière Remarques Vision Plan Présentations SÉANCE II La réunion sera divisée en 2 sessions. La session du matin ouvrira officiellement cette Plénière historique et comprendra des remarques de bienvenue par des dignitaires régionaux et internationaux. Les coprésidents de la plénière dirigeront la deuxième session en définissant la vision et le plan de ce que le GOG-MCF SHADE cherchera à accomplir. Trois présidents de groupe de travail dédiés représentant la coopération en mer (opérations), les rapports et le partage d'informations et la suppression des conflits aériens présenteront leur plan pour atteindre les objectifs fixés. Le GOG-MCF/SHADE est une réunion de travail dans le but de produire des actions et des mesures significatives qui se traduisent par une augmentation significative de la coopération en mer entre les marines régionales et internationales, l'industrie du transport maritime international et les acteurs maritimes dans le golfe de Guinée. L'opportunité sera offerte aux acteurs maritimes d'examiner où leur contribution peut apporter une valeur ajoutée. PUBLIC CIBLE NOUS CONTACTER Pour plus d'informations, contactez-nous via info@shade.org