Since 2004, the PRCM has organized the Regional Marine and Coastal Forum (FOMACO), which has become the essential meeting place for all stakeholders involved in the protection of marine and coastal ecosystems. Governments, parliamentarians, scientists, civil society, the private sector, and donors come together to debate, decide, and act. The 12th edition takes place in Nouakchott, Mauritania.

FOMACO 2026 marks a turning point for the World Bank’s West Africa Coastal Areas Management Program (WACA). Over eight years and across nine countries, WACA has helped protect more than 40,800 households from coastal flooding, restore 30,000 hectares of coastal ecosystems, and create 12,800 jobs — more than half going to women and youth.

At this edition of FOMACO, the World Bank will build on that foundation with the official launch of WACA+, the next phase of the program, and a dedicated High-Level Financial Partners Roundtable focused on catalyzing strategic investment in long-term coastal resilience.

Ocean health & blue economy Nature-based solutions Regional integration Mobilizing coastal finance Transition to WACA+

The World Bank WACA team participates in FOMACO 2026 as a founding partner and technical anchor of the regional coastal resilience agenda.

Stories, highlights, and announcements from WACA’s participation at FOMACO 2026. New entries added as they happen.