SOS for a sailing stalwart SOS for a sailing stalwart Saving Voortrekker, the yacht that launched South African ocean racing Wednesday, July 22, 2026 0 352 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 of those keen to preserve a slice of the country’s yachting legacy.
Unlocking LNG imports for South Africa Unlocking LNG imports for South Africa LNG Terminal investment needs to make financial sense Wednesday, July 22, 2026 0 281 The building blocks for South Africa’s Liquified Natural Gas imports are falling into place as key contractual agreements become finalised and import terminals across the country’s port systems are identified for development. Paul Eardley-Taylor, Gas Sector Lead, Standard Bank Group walks us through the journey to power resilience.
Multi-purpose terminal concession issued Multi-purpose terminal concession issued SOUTH AFRICA: Western Cape Premier Alan Winde and Western Cape Minister of Agriculture, Economic Development and Tourism Dr Ivan... Tuesday, July 21, 2026 0 238
Ghana commits to mapping offshore basin Ghana commits to mapping offshore basin GHANA: The Petroleum Commission of Ghana has signed an agreement with TGS to create a new offshore 2D-cubed project across the Keta Basin,... Tuesday, July 21, 2026 0 199
Fishing safety overview highlights fatalities in 2025 Fishing safety overview highlights fatalities in 2025 SOUTH AFRICA: The South African Maritime Safety Authority (SAMSA) has returned to the practice of publishing an annual review of incidents in the... Monday, July 20, 2026 0 312
Kenya advances maritime security strategy Kenya advances maritime security strategy KENYA: Kenya has taken a significant step towards finalising its National Maritime Security Strategy (NMSS), following an International Maritime... Monday, July 20, 2026 0 225
Pontoon delivery for new marina on track 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... Friday, July 17, 2026 0 411
Addressing weaknesses in Africa’s Port State Control Addressing weaknesses in Africa’s Port State Control NIGERIA: A new five-year programme will train some 200 Port State Control officials across West and Central Africa to address knowledge gaps in... Wednesday, July 15, 2026 0 274
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...