Africa charts a course for a sustainable Blue Economy Africa charts a course for a sustainable Blue Economy Emphasising the importance of marine spatial planning Tuesday, November 7, 2023 0 808 TANZANIA: The Second Marine Spatial Planning Forum for Africa took place this week in Dar es Salaam to explore the potential of Marine Spatial Planning (MSP) in driving Africa's sustainable Blue Economy.
Bitou beach goers safe from sharks Bitou beach goers safe from sharks Bitou Municipality signs MOA with Shark Spotters Monday, November 6, 2023 0 683 SOUTH AFRICA: A three-year contract with the Plett Shark Spotters Non-Profit Organisation will see 14 spotters employed to keep beach goers safe on Bitou’s Blue Flag beaches.
Offshore oil field aims to start production in 2024 Offshore oil field aims to start production in 2024 GABON: Two of the partners in the Hibiscus South Well offshore Gabon have confirmed the discovery of significant commercial oil prospects on the... Monday, November 6, 2023 0 846
Acquisition marks debut of Turkish port operator in Africa Acquisition marks debut of Turkish port operator in Africa GHANA: Turkish port and container terminal operator, Yilport Holding has acquired Africa Finance Corporation’s (AFC) 35% stake in Atlantic... Thursday, November 2, 2023 0 940
Ghanaian steps up to serve Africa’s ports Ghanaian steps up to serve Africa’s ports UAE - ABU DHABI: Michael Achagwe Luguje, Director General, Ghana Ports and Harbours Authority has been named as the Regional Vice President for... Thursday, November 2, 2023 0 1705
High taxes forcing fish traders out of business High taxes forcing fish traders out of business UGANDA: Fish Maw traders yesterday handed a petition to the government over excessive taxes they claim are forcing them out of business. Wednesday, November 1, 2023 0 744
Putting the blue economy on the table Putting the blue economy on the table SOUTH AFRICA: Stakeholders from the boating sector in Cape Town shared a table with representatives from the City of Cape Town yesterday to engage... Wednesday, November 1, 2023 0 1006
0 Tourism MRA Online Monday, August 3, 2026 Fishing sector fires back against Master Plan process SOUTH AFRICA: A virtual meeting convened last week to position the long-awaited Oceans Economy Master Plan (OEMP) for acceptance by the maritime industry was disrupted when representatives of the small-scale fishing sector and coastal communities...
0 People & Events MRA Online Wednesday, July 29, 2026 Boatbuilders prepare to interrogate market realities SOUTH AFRICA: Four of South Africa’s prominent boatbuilders are due to share the stage later this year to discuss the realities of manufacturing world-class vessels, competing in global markets and shaping the future of boatbuilding in the...
0 Tourism MRA Online Wednesday, July 22, 2026 SOS for a sailing stalwart SOUTH AFRICA: Built to fulfil the ambitions of a small group of South African yachtsmen 60 years ago who had set their sights on competing in the Observer Singlehanded Trans-Atlantic Race (OSTAR), the Voortrekker’s fate is now in the hands...
0 Women in Maritime MRA Online Friday, July 17, 2026 Pontoon delivery for new marina on track SOUTH AFRICA: The V&A Waterfront proved their commitment to delivering on plans for a superyacht basin at Quay 7 at an official keel laying ceremony yesterday that showcased the manufacturing progress already made in the production of six...