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Independent Marine Journalism
for the Mediterranean

We investigate, report, and train the next generation of marine environment journalists across 12 Mediterranean countries.

Our Mission

Med Mosaic is an independent, trilingual journalism platform dedicated to covering the marine environment across the Mediterranean basin. We produce investigative reports, data-driven stories, and field dispatches on illegal fishing, ocean governance, marine protected areas, and the communities that depend on the sea.

Founded in Agadir, Morocco, we work with a network of journalists, scientists, and civil society organizations across North Africa, Southern Europe, and the Eastern Mediterranean. Our reporting is published in Arabic, French, and English to reach the widest possible audience.

We believe rigorous, accessible marine journalism is a prerequisite for informed ocean policy. Every investigation we publish is fact-checked, peer-reviewed by domain experts, and made freely available to the public.

Med Mosaic team in the field

Our Approach

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Investigative Rigor

Every story is built on primary sources, official data, and on-the-ground reporting. We cross-reference satellite imagery, vessel tracking (AIS), and official records to expose illegal fishing and environmental violations.

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Trilingual Reach

All content is published in Arabic, French, and English. Marine issues in the Mediterranean do not respect borders, and neither should journalism. We translate every investigation so no community is left out of the conversation.

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Capacity Building

We train local journalists in marine reporting, data journalism, and satellite monitoring tools. Our grant program funds investigative teams in countries where independent ocean reporting is scarce.

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Technology-Driven

We combine traditional reporting with modern tools: AIS vessel tracking, synthetic aperture radar (SAR), remote sensing data, and AI-powered analysis to monitor fishing activity and pollution events.

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Policy Impact

Our investigations have contributed to policy discussions at GFCM sessions, BBNJ negotiations, and national fisheries reviews. We measure success not just by readership, but by the policy changes our work informs.

Open Access

All our content is free to read, share, and republish with attribution. Marine environment data should be public, and so should the journalism that interprets it.

Editorial Standards

Fact-checking protocol

Every claim is verified against at least two independent sources. Scientific data is reviewed by subject-matter experts before publication. Corrections are issued promptly and transparently.

Conflict of interest disclosure

Authors disclose any relationship with the organizations, governments, or industries covered in their reporting. Funding sources are listed publicly and do not influence editorial decisions.

Source protection

We protect the identity of confidential sources, particularly whistleblowers reporting illegal fishing or environmental violations. Encrypted communication channels are available for all submissions.

AI transparency

When AI tools are used in our workflow (translation assistance, data analysis, satellite image processing), we disclose it clearly. No article is fully AI-generated. Every published piece is written, edited, and approved by human journalists.

Corrections policy

Errors are corrected as soon as they are identified, with a visible correction note at the top of the article. Significant corrections are communicated through our newsletter and social channels.

Our Team

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Mohammed K.

Founder & Editor-in-Chief

Environmental journalist with 8+ years covering marine policy and fisheries governance in North Africa.

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Dr. Sara B.

Science Editor

Marine biologist and science communicator. Reviews all scientific content and coordinates expert peer review.

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Ahmed H.

Data & Technology Lead

Specialist in satellite monitoring, AIS data analysis, and building tools for investigative marine journalism.

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Nadia M.

Mediterranean Correspondent

Field reporter covering fishing communities, marine protected areas, and coastal development across the region.

Partners & Funders

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GFCM / CGPM
Mediterranean fisheries governance
UNEP Mediterranean
Environmental monitoring
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IJNet
Journalism training network
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Internews
Media development
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Earth Journalism Network
Environmental reporting grants
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INRH Morocco
Marine research data
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WWF Mediterranean
Conservation partnerships
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IMO
Maritime governance data

Our Impact

120+
Articles and investigations published
45
Journalists trained across 12 countries
8
Grants awarded to investigative teams
500K+
Monthly readers in 3 languages
Case Study

How our investigation on dynamite fishing led to new enforcement in Tunisia

In 2025, our three-part investigative series on dynamite fishing off the coast of Cap Bon, Tunisia, documented systematic use of explosives in a marine protected area. Using underwater acoustic monitoring, vessel tracking data, and interviews with local fishermen, we demonstrated that enforcement patrols covered less than 15% of the protected zone. Following publication, Tunisia's Ministry of Agriculture announced increased patrol frequency and new penalties for explosive fishing. Two enforcement officers were reassigned, and three vessels were seized within 60 days of publication.

Work With Us

Whether you are a journalist, researcher, or organization working on marine issues, we want to hear from you.

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