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Dec 19, 20241 min read
About Sea Turtle Conservation
Yesterday, we had an engaging and educational session on Sea Turtle Conservation led by the Olive Ridley Project team. Dr. Joana Hancock...
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Dec 5, 20241 min read
Our Endangered Green Sea Turtles
It is with deep sadness that we share troubling news from the coastline of Diani Beach. Just before departing by boat, our captain Ali...
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Nov 18, 20242 min read
Positive Steps Forward for Reef Restoration
We’re excited to share some great news from our ongoing coral reef restoration efforts! Our team, alongside our dedicated Reef Ranger...
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Nov 4, 20242 min read
Unregulated Shark Finning in Diani
On November 1st, during a routine dive at our coral nursery site, our diving team encountered a deeply troubling situation. They came...
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Oct 25, 20242 min read
From Fishermen to Reef Ambassadors
We’re thrilled to celebrate a significant milestone for our pilot project and the local community. Congratulations to Badi and Omar for...
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Jul 29, 20242 min read
Bleaching event and hurricane Hidaya
In recent months, our coral reef restoration project has faced significant challenges. The impact of a severe coral bleaching event and...
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Jul 15, 20241 min read
Optimal depth to grow corals
During a six-month period, Daniëlle Geschiere conducted a crucial study to determine the optimal depth for two coral species, and a...
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May 20, 20241 min read
From coral bleaching to recovery
In a previous blog post, we highlighted the significant challenge our coral reef restoration project faced due to rising ocean...
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May 17, 20241 min read
Second Reef Ranger Traineeship
On May 16th 2024, we were thrilled to welcome six community members to our Reef Ranger training program at Swahili Beach Resort in Diani....
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Mar 18, 20241 min read
Relief for stressed corals
In the last two weeks, our coral reef restoration project has faced a significant challenge: rising ocean temperatures. As temperatures...
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Feb 5, 20241 min read
Ongoing support for our pilot project
Today we received a check through a sponsor program of the Dutch diving school 'Discovery Divers'. At the annual 'Duikvaker' fair Erik...
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Jan 8, 20241 min read
Best wishes for 2024
During an early New Year's dive, we encountered remnants of fishing nets entangled within our nursery structures. The corals in both the...
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Dec 18, 20231 min read
Coral Larvae Face a Major Challenge
One of the biggest hurdles for coral larvae worldwide is the lack of natural substrate to settle on. On degraded coral reefs, most of the...
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Sep 1, 20231 min read
Collective Effort for a Cleaner Coastline
At ReefoDivers Diani's pilot project, our commitment to marine conservation extends beyond coral reef restoration. It encompasses a...
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Aug 23, 20231 min read
Meet Larry - Our resident green turtle
Beneath the calm waves of Diani Beach, a unique character has taken residence in our coral nurseries and has been around for over a year...
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Aug 17, 20231 min read
Deployment of our first Spiderpods
Today we deployed artificial reef structures that we call spiderpods to reinvigorate the delicate coral reef along the coast of Diani...
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Aug 11, 20232 min read
Wholehearted Support and Collaboration
In a significant stride towards the conservation of Kenya's marine life, Swahili Beach Resort hosted two pivotal meetings that have the...
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Jul 21, 20231 min read
Fun Reef Restoration Activities
Swahili Beach Resort, nestled along the stunning coastline of Diani Beach, not only offers luxurious getaways for families but also takes...
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Jun 27, 20232 min read
A tragic encounter in Diani
As the day dawned and we prepared for our diving activities, our excitement turned into sorrow upon the discovery of a lifeless marine...
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Jun 16, 20231 min read
Olive Ridley Beach clean-up
Today, we had the joy of participating in a beach clean-up event organized by the Olive Ridley Project at the beautiful Diani Chale...
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