Taking stock of Africa’s position within the IMO on World Maritime Day Taking stock of Africa’s position within the IMO on World Maritime Day Africa needs to take a stronger role within IMO Thursday, September 28, 2023 0 1494 The International Maritime Organisation and its member states are today celebrating World Maritime Day, but with 44 of these members in Africa, one needs to consider the continent’s position within the international body as we head towards the election of council members at the end of the year. Editor, Colleen Jacka takes a closer look.
TotalEnergies sells shares in offshore block TotalEnergies sells shares in offshore block Petronas buys 40% interest Thursday, September 28, 2023 0 671 ANGOLA: TotalEnergies EP Angola Block 20 has finalised the sale to Petronas Angola E&P LTD (PAEPL) of a 40% interest in Block 20 in the Kwanza Basin in Angola. The transaction was completed for an amount of $400 million as at January 1st, 2023, subject to customary price adjustments.
Developing policy to protect Somalia's maritime sustainability Developing policy to protect Somalia's maritime sustainability SOMALIA: EUCAP is supporting a process to develop a policy for the protection of the marine environment in the region that can be used by the... Thursday, September 28, 2023 0 573
Developing maritime security in Puntland Developing maritime security in Puntland SOMALIA: The establishment and refurbishment of a Maritime Operations Centre in Bossaso is boosting local capacity to enhance maritime law... Wednesday, September 27, 2023 0 756
Disappointment as TNPA opts for second-hand tugs Disappointment as TNPA opts for second-hand tugs SOUTH AFRICA: A local shipyards has expressed disappointment at what seems like an apparent departure from strategies to support the local ship... Tuesday, September 26, 2023 0 1110
Grant to fund training of fishmongers Grant to fund training of fishmongers LIBERIA: A World Bank Grant of US$2 million will be rolled out to hundreds of women fishmongers across Liberian fishing communities in an effort... Monday, September 25, 2023 0 551
Practical discussions address future of oil and gas sector in securing... Practical discussions address future of oil and gas sector in securing... ANGOLA: Last week’s Angola Oil and Gas (AOG 2023) Conference emphasised the pressing topics currently at the heart of international... Thursday, September 21, 2023 0 760
Incident highlights the need for clear thinking at sea Incident highlights the need for clear thinking at sea SOUTH AFRICA: An accident involving an off port limits launch in Algoa Bay last week clearly highlights the need for crew to remain focused in... Wednesday, September 20, 2023 0 576
0 Ports MRA Online Monday, June 8, 2026 SANParks invites comment on west coast marine protected area plans SOUTH AFRICA: South African National Parks (SANParks) is giving the public until 3 July 2026 to comment on its draft management plan for the West Coast National Park Marine Protected Areas (MPAs), Islands and Langebaan estuarine lagoon, covering...
0 Tourism MRA Online Monday, June 1, 2026 Eastern Cape courts Italian maritime business SOUTH AFRICA: Engagements with boatbuilders, cruise ports, training academies, business councils and maritime businesses across Italy have resulted in invitations to industry events and even letters of intent to establish twinning partnerships...
0 Shipping MRA Online Friday, May 29, 2026 Landmark judgement against African State Equatorial Guinea has been found to have unlawfully arrested and detained a Marshall Islands-flagged very large crude carrier (VLCC) and its 26-man crew, and must pay compensation exceeding US$ 12 million plus EUR 2 million in a landmark ruling...
0 Shipping MRA Online Tuesday, May 19, 2026 The real cost of Hormuz tensions brought home TANZANIA: The true cost of the ongoing tensions between the United States of America and Iran was brought home this week when the body of a young Tanzanian seafarer was repatriated to the country.