UK seeks partnerships in Africa to address ocean migration UK seeks partnerships in Africa to address ocean migration Tackling the drivers of migration Monday, February 2, 2026 0 538 ETHIOPIA: Meeting with UK firms in Ethiopia, Foreign Secretary, Yvette Cooper is seeking to strengthen job creation backed by UK investment to the economic drivers of illegal migration as well as stronger partnerships to tackle criminal smuggler gangs in the Horn of Africa following increasing number of small boat arrivals originating in the region.
Sold for scrap Sold for scrap SA Agulhas auction evokes criticism Monday, February 2, 2026 0 1019 SOUTH AFRICA: The sale by auction of the SA Agulhas has drawn some criticism from the previous owners who contend that she was significantly undervalued and had more than scrap value.
Full restart for LNG project Full restart for LNG project MOZAMBIQUE: Following a decision to lift the Force Majeure instituted in 2021 and resume project activities last year, TotalEnergies yesterday... Friday, January 30, 2026 0 602
Maritime lawyers must support maritime safety Maritime lawyers must support maritime safety The work of law practitioners improving seafarers’ working conditions and maritime safety in Kenya, as well as several other countries, is... Thursday, January 29, 2026 0 601
Training academy acquired to propel growth Training academy acquired to propel growth SOUTH AFRICA: NetEd has propelled itself into the maritime training space with the acquisition of the Cape Town-based Superyacht Training Academy... Thursday, January 29, 2026 0 681
Royal visitor affirms cruise sector growth 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. Thursday, January 29, 2026 0 500
Investing in global ocean protection 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... Wednesday, January 28, 2026 0 430
Stakeholder engagements scheduled for draft legislation 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... Monday, January 26, 2026 0 577
0 Maritime Opportunities MRA Online Thursday, July 9, 2026 New mentoring scheme launched for port technology leaders Applications have opened for the International Association of Ports and Harbours (IAPH) Ports Technology Mentorship scheme, which is focused on facilitating targeted knowledge transfer and skills development among its members.
0 Maritime People MRA Online Tuesday, July 7, 2026 New team to strengthen regional IMO support A new team of seven Regional Coordinators has been announced to coordinate International Maritime Organisation (IMO) activities in their respective regions across 11 thematic areas ranging from marine environment and ocean governance to maritime...
0 Marine Law & Insurance MRA Online Friday, July 3, 2026 South Africa takes the next step to protect the high seas SOUTH AFRICA: Cabinet has approved the submission of the Agreement on the Conservation and Sustainable Use of Marine Biodiversity Diversity of Areas Beyond National Jurisdiction (BBNJ Agreement) to Parliament for ratification.
0 People & Events MRA Online Friday, June 19, 2026 Three ministers, one portfolio SOUTH AFRICA: Since South Africa's Government of National Unity took shape in 2024, the Department of Forestry, Fisheries and the Environment has cycled through three DA ministers in under two years, raising questions about continuity,...