Serving as the inaugural edition, the forum underscores the Republic of Congo's growing role in Africa's energy landscape. Under the leadership of Minister of Hydrocarbons Bruno Jean-Richard Itoua, the country has affirmed its commitment to maximizing its energy potential and streamlining licensing and regulatory processes, leading to a series of recent acquisitions and project developments. As sub-Saharan Africa’s fourth-largest oil producer – with a daily output of 280,000 barrels expected by the end of 2024 – the Congo has attracted a new wave of independent explorers and investments across its energy value chain, rivaling neighboring oil giants like Angola and Nigeria. 

Hosted by AMSOL, the Cape Town's Maritime Annual Soccer Tournament is back!

Funded by TETA, the Future Maritime Careers and Industry Trends Conference, brings together industry leaders, policymakers, and experts to discuss rapidly unfolding trends and drivers affecting a future South Africa maritime industry.

The well-being of seafarers continues to be of great concern to the entire membership of the International Labour Organization (ILO) and the International Maritime Organization (IMO). The criminalization of seafarers is a matter of concern for all those in the maritime industry. ILO and IMO have been working jointly on Guidelines on Fair Treatment of Seafarers detained in connection with alleged crimes.

The African Boating Conference is a one-of-its-kind event dedicated to unleashing the vast potential of the boating industry across Africa and the Indian Ocean islands. As the only recreational boating B2B conference on the continent, it is set to make “A World of Difference” in an underserved market brimming with opportunity.