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Supporting local fishing communities

Thursday, January 29, 2026 0 399

The work of law practitioners improving seafarers’ working conditions and maritime safety in Kenya, as well as several other countries, is being highlighted in a new documentary series filmed by Makerchange Studios. It underscores the lasting impact of a collaboration between the IMO International Maritime Law Institute (IMLI) and Lloyd’s Register Foundation, building local legal expertise in emerging maritime economies.

Training academy acquired to propel growth

NetEd acquires SYTA

Thursday, January 29, 2026 0 474

SOUTH AFRICA: NetEd has propelled itself into the maritime training space with the acquisition of the Cape Town-based Superyacht Training Academy (SYTA), which offers internationally accredited complete training for professional yacht crew.

Royal visitor affirms cruise sector growth

SOUTH AFRICA: Cunard’s newest ship, the Queen Anne will return to Cape Town tomorrow before heading to the Eastern Cape for the first time.

Investing in global ocean protection

A second round of grants will make £14 million available to communities on the frontlines of climate change as the Government of United...

Stakeholder engagements scheduled for draft legislation

SOUTH AFRICA: The South African Maritime Safety Authority has issued a Marine Notice to clarify dates for stakeholder engagements on the Draft...

Seafarer abandonment spirals

New data released by the International Transport Workers’ Federation reveals that ship and seafarer abandonment is spiralling and reached...

Online auction will seal the fate of SA Agulhas

SOUTH AFRICA: Today’s court ordered public auction of the SA Agulhas will seal the fate of the country’s first ice breaker which was...

Massive funding grant for port upgrades

CABO VERDE: The European Union (EU) and the European Investment Bank (EIB) have signed a €34 million investment grant to...

RSS Upcoming Events

1 Jun 2026 SEAPOWER FOR AFRICA 6/1/2026 - 6/4/2026

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.

3 Jun 2026 FAIRSHIP SA MARINE BURSARY GOLF DAY 6/3/2026

The SATS General Botha Old Boys Association Bursary Fund is once again hosting a Durban Golf Day one which takes place on 3 June 2026.

10 Jun 2026 INTEGRATING FUTURE TECHNOLOGIES IN MENA MARITIME TRANSPORT 6/10/2026 2:00 PM - 3:30 PM

The webinar will address the latest trends in digitalization, automation, and green innovations, while exploring the regulatory and policy implications that accompany this accelerated change.