Veitch, JChiloane, LFearon, GKrug, MMemela, N, PMvulaSmith, Marie EWilliams, L2026-03-062026-03-062026-02http://hdl.handle.net/10204/14719The National Oceans and Coastal Information Management System (OCIMS) is a decision-support platform designed to advance South Africa’s Blue Economy while strengthening ocean governance and environmental protection. OCIMS facilitates the integration, management, and sharing of ocean and coastal data across public and private sectors to support informed, evidence-based decision-making. By promoting cross-government collaboration, communities of practice, and strategic partnerships, the system enhances coordinated marine and coastal management. Developed through ongoing consultation between system developers and stakeholders, OCIMS remains fit-for-purpose, locally relevant, and aligned with global best practices. The platform contributes to sustainable ocean development by balancing economic growth with environmental stewardship.FulltextenNational Oceans and Coastal InformationManagement SystemOCIMSBlue EconomyOcean governanceDecision-support toolsMarine spatial planningCoastal managementEnvironmental protectionConference PresentationN/A