Maritime Empowerment Organization (MEO)

"Protecting Our Oceans, Empowering Our Communities."

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OUR DIRECTION

Driving sustainable maritime development through clear vision and actionable mission.

Vision of a resilient blue economy

Our Vision

A resilient and inclusive blue economy in which seafarers, coastal communities, and maritime institutions are empowered to thrive through decent work, innovation, safety, and stewardship of ocean ecosystems.

Mission for equitable development

Our Mission

To advance equitable blue economy development by strengthening the skills, financial inclusion, safety, and leadership of seafarers and coastal communities, while supporting practical, evidence-based solutions for sustainable fisheries, ocean conservation, and climate-resilient maritime livelihoods through training, partnerships, advocacy, and applied innovation.

ORGANIZATIONAL STRUCTURE

ADVISORY BOARD
EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR
SECRETARIAT
Maritime Development & Strategic Advocacy
Energy and Marine Engineering
Maritime Education & Career Consultancy
Communications and Technology
Monitoring and Evaluation Unit
Marine Transport and Logistics
Environmental Affairs & Marine Sciences
Strategic Planning and Finance
INTERNAL AUDIT UNIT

OUR SERVICES

Comprehensive solutions across the maritime and blue economy value chain.

🌊 Blue Economy Human Capital

Training, capacity building, and skills development for maritime professionals and coastal communities.Value chain support, mariculture, and coastal economic empowerment.

🎓 Career Mentorship & Education

Pathway support, youth engagement, and advocacy for maritime education in local languages.

🌍 Ocean Health & Climate Resilience

Environmental stewardship, marine conservation, and climate-adaptive programming.

💰 Financial Inclusion

Financial literacy and inclusion services tailored for maritime and fishing communities.

🐟 Sustainable Fisheries & Livelihoods

Value chain support, mariculture, and coastal economic empowerment.

📊 Research & Consultancy

Technical assistance, data-driven insights, and systems strengthening for blue economy stakeholders.

OUR LEADERSHIP

Eliyusta Filikunjombe

Ms. Eliyusta Filikunjombe

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Executive Director

Ms. Eliyusta is a maritime researcher at Korea Maritime and Ocean University, the Founder and Executive Director of MEO. She also lectures on maritime-related courses across universities in Tanzania and Kenya. Her work focuses on strengthening East Africa’s maritime and inland-water economies. Through MEO, she champions gender-inclusive and sustainability-oriented approaches across the blue economy ecosystem

Laulence Nyenye

Mr. Laulence Nyenye

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Executive Secretary

A maritime expert specializing in shipping economics, logistics, and port operations. He serves as the Secretary General of MEO. Previously, he worked as a Vessel Planner at MSC in optimizing cargo management. He is a strong advocate for youth and women's participation in the blue economy.

Lucia Ngonyani

Ms. Lucia Ngonyani

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Head of Finance

An Accountant and digital banking professional with strong experience in cash management operations, financial and management reporting, transactional system support, and business analysis. Her financial skills support end-to-end financial processes, data accuracy, and operational controls in the banking operations.

Zahra Mazoya

Ms. Zahra Mazoya

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Maritime Development & Advocacy

An expert in Aquaculture and Aquatic Sciences Serving as the Administration Officer at MEO. Her expertise, combined with her professional experience in conservation activities, integrates her office management capabilities with her technical knowledge to strengthen the organization's contribution to a sustainable blue economy.

Bertha Aron

Ms. Bertha Aron

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Program Lead

A Shipping and Logistics Management Professional with expertise in International Trade and Maritime Law, and Fisheries Management. Ambitious in promoting women's and youth participation in the blue economy value chain. Skilled in research, program management, and team leadership. Currently serving as Program Lead for MEO's initiatives, driving organizational objectives and achievements.

Elizabeth Hizza

Ms. Elizabeth Hizza

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Head of Logistics

A logistics and transport professional with a background in maritime transport, customs clearance, and supply chain management. She holds a degree from NIT, Tanzania, and has worked with institutions such as TAA, TASAC, TPC, and Precision Air Services PLC to improve transport sector efficiency.

Sharifa Dayar

Ms. Sharifa Dayar

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Head of Information & Tech

An expert in ICT and a cybersecurity specialist with a Bachelor’s Degree in Software Engineering and a Master’s in Shipping Economics. She specializes in Cyber Security Analysis, digital risk assessment, and information security strategy. She delivers ICT support, professional technical training, and also contributes to academia as a certified peer reviewer.

Emmanuel Lugome

CPA. Emmanuel Lugome

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Internal Auditor

A strategic internal auditor who strengthens organizational governance by designing and testing robust internal and financial risks and driving measurable process improvements. He delivers clear, actionable, and risk-based recommendations that enhance compliance, safeguard assets, and enable confident decision-making by executives and stakeholders.

Susan Nelima

Ms. Susan Nelima

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Legal Counsel

A corporate and commercial law advisor with over 15 years of experience in corporate structuring, banking law, investment regulations, and risk management. She has advised multinational lenders on foreign financing, provided strategic legal opinions on multi-million-dollar investment projects, and successfully structured cross-border transactions in highly regulated industries

Yusuph Muya

Mr. Yusuph Muya

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Head of Environment Affairs

A specialist in marine science and maritime affairs, serving as Head of Environment Affairs and Marine Science at MEO. He brings extensive expertise to the role. He holds a Master's in Maritime Affairs from World Maritime University (WMU) and a Bachelor's in Geography and Environmental Studies from UDSM.

Flora Nyefwe

Ms. Flora Nyefwe

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Head of M&E

She holds a Master’s in Public Health, with professional certifications such as NEBOSH HSE training, OSHA First Aid, and NOSHIC I & II. Her background includes leading safety audits, developing and implementing environmental and occupational health policies, and fostering a zero-harm workplace culture. She brings proven expertise in hazard identification, risk assessment, incident investigation, and regulatory compliance

OUR COLLABORATORS

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Past Activities

A showcase of our key initiatives, community engagements, and strategic partnerships driving Tanzania’s blue economy forward.

August 2025

Outreach Teaching Program

MEO engaged government offices and 13 secondary schools in Njombe Region along Lake Nyasa distributing 245 Blue Economy books written in Swahili language to promote opportunities awareness.

Partnership & Policy
September 2023

MEO Training in China

MEO completed a 14-days training on marine economic development in Zhejiang Province, China, with the Executive Director attending in person and three technical members participating virtually.

Community & Literacy
August 2026

Outreach Program with Our Team Members

MEO engaged government offices and 13 secondary schools in Njombe Region along Lake Nyasa distributing 245 Blue Economy books written in Swahili language to promote opportunities awareness.

Capacity Building
June 2024

Advocacy for Maritime Education using National Language

MEO participated in the World Ocean Day Beach Marathon, Cleanup and Education Event in partnership with Machava Jogging Club.

Education & Advocacy
Sept 3, 2024

Kilwa Masoko Port Monitoring

Technical site visit & input during Kilwa Masoko Fishing Port construction by China Harbor Engineering Co., supporting East Africa's maritime infrastructure.

Infrastructure & Monitoring
Nov 17-22, 2024

WE4D Initiative (Pemba, Zanzibar)

Implemented Women’s Employment for Africa’s Green Transformation with COFAD & GIZ, reaching 358 participants in the seaweed value chain.

Women Empowerment

OUR IMPACT

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Community projects successfully implemented

📍 Contact Us

Address: 3rd Floor, Life Housing Building, Opp. Sukari House, P.O. BOX 10610, Postal Code 11104, Dar es Salaam, Tanzania

Email: info@meo.or.tz

Website: www.meo.or.tz

Phone: +255 752 212 155

For partnership inquiries, program collaboration, technical assistance requests, or media engagements, please reach out via email or phone. We welcome alignment with donors, government agencies, and development partners.