homebe.org — Horn of Africa Marine Environment & Blue Economy

Who We Are

Guardians of the Horn of Africa

homebe.org — the Horn of Africa Marine Environment & Blue Economy organisation — is a regional NGO dedicated to protecting marine ecosystems and developing sustainable blue economies across Djibouti, Eritrea, Ethiopia, Kenya, Somalia, Somaliland, Sudan, and Tanzania. We work with coastal communities, governments, and international partners to build a future where thriving oceans and thriving people go hand in hand — because healthy seas are the foundation of life in the Horn.

Ocean First

Marine health drives every decision we make.

Long-term Vision

Lasting change, not short-term fixes.

Community Led

Local fishers and communities lead the way.

Science-Driven

Evidence-based marine research guides our work.

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What We Do

Our Programs

Circular Economy & Green Jobs

Turning environmental waste into economic opportunities through sustainable recycling models. Conservation must be economically viable for local communities. HMEBE bridges the gap between environmental protection and the Blue Economy by integrating a circular model that transforms waste into wealth. Key Activities: Plastic Upcycling Hubs: Partnering with recycling enterprises to process collected river and ocean plastics into durable, marketable products. Green Job Creation: Providing sustainable, dignified income opportunities for local youth and women through organized waste collection and sorting networks. Eco-Entrepreneurship: Supporting small-scale community cooperatives that utilize recycled materials, fostering local financial independence.

Community-Led Marine & Beach Cleanups

Restoring critical coastal habitats and engaging local networks in active ocean stewardship. Our beaches and coastal waters are vital for biodiversity and local livelihoods. HMEBE mobilizes community-driven ecosystems to conduct systematic, data-backed coastal cleanups that restore marine environments. Key Activities: Systematic Coastal Cleanups: Organizing recurring beach restoration campaigns targeting critical marine habitats and turtle nesting grounds. Community Ocean Stewardship: Training local youth and fishing communities to lead conservation efforts, ensuring long-term project ownership. Marine Debris Tracking: Categorizing and auditing collected waste to provide local authorities with empirical data on plastic pollution trends.

River Interception & Source Prevention

Stopping plastic pollution at the inland source before it enters the marine environment. Up to 80% of marine plastic debris originates from inland rivers and urban drainage systems. HMEBE is establishing localized River Interception Programs along critical riverine pathways in the Horn of Africa. Key Activities: Deploying Tactical Trash Booms: Installing locally manufactured, wildlife-safe floating barriers to trap macro-plastics and debris in urban river channels. Upstream Waste Management: Partnering with municipal authorities to improve waste collection systems near riverbanks, preventing illegal dumping. Riparian Buffer Restoration: Planting native vegetation along riverbanks to filter runoff and mitigate soil erosion.

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Meet the Team

homebe.org is powered by marine scientists, policy experts, and community practitioners.

Director of Programas

Marina Science

Testimonials

Voices from the Field

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homebe.org didn't come with a plan. They came with questions. For the first time, our fishing village was seen as the experts — and the solutions we built have lasted because they were ours from the start.

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Ahmed Hassan

Fishing community leader, Somaliland

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The MPA program transformed our coastline from an overfished wasteland into a recovering ecosystem. Fish stocks are up 40%. My daughters now have a future in fishing — not in fleeing it.

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Zahra Mohamed

Fisher & community monitor, Puntland

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As a government partner, homebe.org stands out — they build our capacity instead of replacing it. Our national ocean policy is stronger today because of their science and their trust in our leadership.

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Khadija Ali

Minister of Fisheries, Djibouti

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Life on the Blue Frontier

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Protect the Blue Heart
of the Horn of Africa

Whether you donate, volunteer, or partner — every contribution helps safeguard the marine ecosystems and coastal communities of the Horn of Africa.

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Fund marine conservation and blue economy programs protecting the Horn's coastline.

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Join our marine monitoring teams or offer your expertise in science, policy, or communications.

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Bluer Future Together

Whether you're a coastal community, potential funder, researcher, or journalist — we'd love to connect and explore how we can protect the Horn of Africa's ocean together.

Regional Office

Mogadishu, Somalia

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info@homebe.org

Phone

+252613 88 84 57

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