NIGERIA: The Nigerian Maritime Administration and Safety Agency (NIMASA), in its role as the Designated Authority for implementing the International Ship and Port Facility Security (ISPS) Code in Nigeria, has shut down ShellPlux and TMDK Terminals, both located in the Ijegun-Egba area of Lagos.

TANZANIA: Two fast search and rescue boats and a modern ambulance vessel have been brought into service in Tanzania to improve safety in the Lake Victoria area.

SOUTH AFRICA: The public has until 14 August to submit comments on the Environmental and Social Impact Assessment (ESIA) Report and its Non-Technical Summary (NTS) undertaken on behalf of Main Street (Pty) Ltd who are seeking to conduct an offshore survey campaign.

THE GAMBIA: The Gambia Ports Authority (GPA) has completed the roll out of the Port Management Information System (PMIS) in line with their commitment to progress towards smarter, efficient, and data-driven port operations. The project was delivered successfully with the expertise of Pro-develop and Lasting solutions, alongside GPA’s Dedicated IT team.

KENYA: A cohort of Kenyan naval officers recently completed a 24-week intensive training course designed to equip them with the essential knowledge and practical skills required for clearance diving operations that are critical for Kenya’s safety and security.

SOUTH AFRICA: As discontent both within and outside of the South African Maritime Safety Authority (SAMSA) continues to fester, stakeholders may be pleased to learn that a bid to strengthen the internal structure of the entity will see the appointment of a service provider to conduct a review of its organisational design.

MADAGASCAR: A landmark initiative to enhance climate resilience by restoring critical coastal ecosystems and improving livelihoods across vulnerable regions has been launched in Madagascar to benefit four key coastal regions.

“This is Africa’s corridor moment, the continent can transform transport corridors into economic lifelines,” Paul Riembault of the Directorate-General for International Partnerships (DG INTPA) at the European Commission told delegates at last week’s 43rd Southern African Transport Conference (SATC).