Ocean was becoming desert, fishing economy was dying but residents and ecologists fought back

What began as a grassroots marine conservation effort in Kuruwitu in the Vipingo area has become a model for community-led reef restoration.

In November 2023, King Charles III visited Kuruwitu during his state visit to see community-led marine conservation efforts, learn about coral restoration, and launch a special coral structure where coral fragments are planted, boosting local efforts and tourism.