NIGERIA: Citing war risk insurance surcharges as outdated and unjust, the Minister of Marine and Blue Economy, Adegboyega Oyetola, CON, has called for their removal on vessels calling at Nigerian ports.
SOUTH AFRICA: Although last week’s cabinet announcement of a new Chief Executive Officer for the South African Maritime Safety Authority (SAMSA) will be welcomed by the industry, it does not provide any clarification as to why Captain Rufus Lekala, who was the subject of the same announcement almost exactly a year ago, never took up the position.
The Managing Director of the Nigerian Ports Authority (NPA) has been elected as one of the six vice presidents within the International Association of Ports and Harbours (IAPH) to represent the African region.
The new Regulations for the Environmental Management of Offshore Ship-To-Ship Transfer gazetted at the end of August may still face legal push-back as industry stakeholders seek legal advice on challenging certain aspects.
SOUTH AFRICA: Permits in the Small Pelagic sector that were due to expire at the end of August have been extended until 30 October due to delays in the finalisation of appeals in the sector – highlighting the ongoing dismal legacy attached to the 2021/22 Fishing Rights Allocation Process (FRAP).
CMA CGM has launched a new service to streamline trade between Asia and Africa connecting the Far East to Kenya, Tanzania and the Indian Ocean.
A new partnership between the Nippon Foundation–GEBCO Seabed 2030 Project and ProtectedSeas will further initiatives to foster collaborative efforts to build a comprehensive picture of the ocean and seabed.
SOUTH AFRICA: Captain Vuyani Ntsimango has been appointed as the new Harbour Master at the multi-cargo Port of Port Elizabeth (PoPE), effective July 2025.
The Q1 2026 Maritime Tender Intelligence Report is the first in a new series of quarterly deep-dives. It includes detailed sections highlighting trends and opportunities within a number of maritime sectors across Africa.
COASTWISE CONNECT is being developed as South Africa’s first virtual community for maritime professionals, bringing together people across the entire ocean economy spectrum. It aims to unite South Africa’s fragmented maritime sector by creating a collaborative digital ecosystem where professionals at all career stages can connect, learn, grow, and collectively unlock the potential of our ocean economy.
In this webinar, WMU faculty will engage with Professor James Kraska, Chair and Charles H. Stockton Professor of International Maritime Law in the Stockton Center for International Law at the Naval War College, posing questions that explore the current state of international law as it applies to the Strait of Hormuz and comparable maritime chokepoints.
Tipping points in the Earth system are often portrayed as ominous, abrupt shifts that could significantly alter life on Earth. While this reflects the seriousness of the science, the framing can also create confusion and discourage action.
The Sixth SPAS will feature conference sessions, networking events and an international exhibition showcasing the latest naval equipment, technologies and solutions that will help our navies effectively protect Africa’s maritime interests. We sincerely look forward to welcoming you to this landmark symposium and working together to shape a safer, more cooperative maritime future for the continent.
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