As the world faces the intersecting challenges of biodiversity loss, pollution, and climate change, marine and coastal science is more important than ever. The Southern African Marine Science Symposium (SAMSS) 2025 will unite scientists, practitioners, educators, policymakers, and community leaders to share knowledge, innovations, and strategies for a more resilient marine and coastal future.

Sailor Malan Memorial Lecture, titled ‘Sailor Malan, the pilot’ will be delivered by Lieutenant General (Ret) Carlo Gagiano, former Chief of the South African Air Force. A live stream shall also be provided for those of distant shores.

After 30 years of success in Cape Town, AOW is evolving to recreate its original vision of bringing together an exclusive senior network to foster meaningful business opportunities and relationships in the global energy landscape. With the partnership of the Government of Ghana we will be hosting a Pan – Africa network of National Oil Companies, Regulators and energy agencies that will give you direct access to new opportunities across the continent.

Across Africa, Local Content strategies are no longer optional: they are becoming a key driver of competitiveness. Companies that anticipate and structure their commitments are the ones winning contracts and building long-term partnerships.

With increasing complexities in maritime trade, marine insurers must navigate a wide landscape of claims related to cargo, hull, pollution, personal injury, war, international regulations and contractual liabilities. Charterers are at the centre of the shipping operation and face significant exposure from multiple directions. 

African Energy Week (AEW) is the African Energy Chamber’s annual event, uniting African energy leaders, global investors and executives from across the public and private sector for four days of intense dialogue on the future of the African energy industry.