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Time to Put the Record Straight on Seismic Surveys in South Africa and End the Energy Crisis

Thursday, March 23, 2023 0 401

Climate activists are making more than noise about 3D seismic studies being used to delineate oil and gas reserves offshore Africa. They’ve proceeded with legal action that may force Shell Plc to pull the plug permanently on its search for hydrocarbons along South Africa’s Wild Coast, the country’s poorest province.

Pew Fellowship cohorts for 2023 include representation from Africa

The Pew Charitable Trusts announces Pew Fellowship in Marine Conservation recipients

Wednesday, March 22, 2023 0 461

Ghana and Cape Verde are represented amongst the seven recipients of the 2023 Pew Fellowship in Marine Conservation and will join a network of 202 marine fellows from 42 countries.

Two African flags top ITF list to inspect

AFRICA: Up to a thousand ships flagged to the Cook Islands, Palau, Sierra Leone, and Togo will be targeted for safety, maintenance and...

Shutdown poses a risk for coal terminal

SOUTH AFRICA: The Richards Bay Coal Terminal has been identified as a high risk area ahead of Monday’s planned national shutdown and protest...

Small scale fishers make the list in the Western Cape

SOUTH AFRICA: The Department of Forestry, Fisheries and the Environment has announced the final list of declared small-scale fishers in the...

Leading the charge for the South African seafarer

SOUTH AFRICA: This month’s Maritime Industry Dialogue session focusing on the opportunities and challenges that face the South African...

Maritime insurers raise issues related to new regulations

SEYCHELLES: The Seychelles Maritime Safety Authority (SMSA) together with the President and Vice President met with insurance companies yesterday...

Award aims to recognise contributions to gender equality

INTERNATIONAL: The International Maritime Organisation (IMO) is inviting nominations for a new Gender Equality Award that will be presented for...

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