We collaborate together for the Future We Desire!
Blue Carbon Tanzania (BCT) works with coastal communities in Tanzania and contributes to climate mitigation through conservation, protection, and restoration, maximizing benefits for both marine ecosystems (seagrasses, mangroves and coral reefs) and building the resilience of the coastal communities through additional alternative sources of income. To date, we have adapted over 1000 hectares of mangroves, 2600 hectares of coral reefs, 3000 hectares of seagrasses and over 500 hectares potentially suitable for seaweed farming. The restoration, conservation and marine biodiversity rescue are underway to ensure sustainability, women’s empowerment and improving livelihood.
Mission
Safeguarding marine critical systems for biodiversity, climate mitigation and improving the livelihood of the coastal communities.
Vision
Protect, Restore and Maximize social, ecological and climate resilience benefits from the marine systems through research, programs and collaborations.
Meet the Team
Debora Benjamen
Founder and Director
Debora Benjamen is a Founder of Blue Carbon Tanzania (BCT) currently a Climate Protection Fellow by the Alexander von Humboldt
Frida Brayson
Program Manager
Frida Bryson is a graduate of the University of Dar es Salaam (UDSM) in Applied Geosciences, she possesses skills in
Yusufu Kasato
Communications Manager
Yusufu Kasato is an experienced professional in impact-driven communications, creative design and scientific research
Joseph Sanga
Chief Finance and Accounting Officer
Joseph holds a degree from the Tanzania Institute of Accountancy (TIA) and over four years of experience in Accounting
Agness Mhina
Project Coordinator
Agness Mhina is a passionate Marine Conservation steward with a strong background in marine conservation projects