AMLPPC01 – 2027
Africa Marine Litter and
Plastic Pollution Conference
A landmark convening to advance solutions to marine litter across Africa — bridging science, policy, innovation, and community action.
Conference Begins In
22 Member States
Engaging all Abidjan Convention member states for regional impact
Multi-Stakeholder
Governments, NGOs, academia, youth, business, and communities
3-Day Programme
Keynotes, panels, workshops, field activities & closing ceremony
Zero Plastic Event
Leading by example with a fully sustainable, eco-friendly conference
About the Conference
A Critical Forum for Africa's Coastal Future
Marine plastic pollution has emerged as one of the most pressing environmental challenges globally, affecting ecosystems, economies, and human health. African coastal states, particularly those bordering the Gulf of Guinea, are increasingly confronted with the consequences of marine debris.
The Africa Marine Litter and Plastic Pollution Conference (AMLPPC01) serves as a critical intervention designed to bridge the misalignment between escalating coastal pollution, persistent data deficiencies, and the operationalization of the Abidjan Convention.
ASCOA
Association for Community Awareness
What We Aim to Achieve
Conference Objectives
Six strategic objectives driving coordinated action on marine plastic pollution across Africa.
Coordinate African action on marine debris and plastic pollution, with a focus on Cameroon.
Convene governments, industry, academia, civil society to share best practices and co-develop solutions.
Institutionalize Cameroon Beach Cleanup Day as a national annual event.
Mobilize technical and financial resources for regional interventions.
Advance the implementation of the Abidjan Convention for coastal protection.
Empower youth, women, and communities as solution leaders.
Primary Conference Outcomes
Three Transformative Outcomes
Policy Operationalization
Advancing the implementation of the Abidjan Convention by aligning national enforcement with regional coastal protection protocols including the LBSA Protocol.
Institutionalized Action
Establishing Cameroon Beach Cleanup Day as a national annual event to provide a consistent baseline for global data monitoring and public awareness.
Regional Resource Mobilization
Strengthening collaboration between governments, industry, and academia to unlock technical and financial resources for large-scale maritime interventions.
Call for Abstracts
Five Strategic Solution Pillars
Theme: Advancing Solutions to Marine Litter in Africa — Abstracts are invited under five strategic pillars.
Conference at a Glance
3 Days of Impactful Action
Science, Impacts, Local Reality
Understanding the Problem
Opening ceremony, keynote address, panel discussions on plastic pollution sources and health impacts, research sessions, and networking.
From Regulation to Innovation
Solutions and Policies
Policy keynotes, parallel workshops, Youth & Innovation hackathon, and a business roundtable on plastic responsibility.
Community Engagement & Action Plan
From Talk to Action
Field activities, co-creation of Cameroon Coastal Plastic Action Plan (2026–2030), high-level session, and closing ceremony.
Who Should Attend
Open to All Stakeholders in Marine & Ocean Governance
› Marine Scientists & Oceanographers
› NGOs & Conservation Orgs
› Maritime Industry
› Youth Leaders
› Climate Researchers
› Students & Early-Career
› Fisheries Stakeholders
› Technology Firms
› Educators & Advocates
› Indigenous Communities
› Media Professionals
View Registration Categories
🌊
Join Us in Yaounde, August 2027
Be part of this landmark conference bringing together Africa’s brightest minds, most committed communities, and most influential policymakers to tackle marine plastic pollution.
AMLPPC01–2027
Africa Marine Litter and Plastic
Pollution Conference. Organized by
the Association for Community
Awareness (ASCOA).
Quick Links
About the Conference
Conference Schedule
Call for Abstracts
Become a Sponsor
Event Details
4–6 August 2027
Hilton Hotel, Yaounde, Cameroon
3 Days | AMLPPC01
Contact
Association for Community Awareness (ASCOA)
info@ascoa.org
Cameroon, West Africa