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Igniting action to advance Africa’s superyacht sector

Working group established to advance superyacht sector

Thursday, October 30, 2025 0 855

SOUTH AFRICA: Clear steps to outline a strategy for expanding opportunities in the superyacht sector on the continent are being taken following the establishment of a working group that aims to ensure broad regional participation and visibility.

Shark longlining vessel fined

Inspection highlights permit breaches

Thursday, October 30, 2025 0 498

SOUTH AFRICA: A shark longline vessel has been fined following an inspection that revealed breaches to their fishing permits.

New port facilities for seamless cargo movement

NAMIBIA: Grindrod Limited, officially opened its new 4,000m2 warehouse in the Port of Walvis Bay this week, which is designed for seamless cargo...

Adding to cold storage capacity in Cape Town

SOUTH AFRICA: The addition of a new cold storage facility to the logistics network will help strengthen the country’s capacity and...

CITES listing for abalone could address crisis

SOUTH AFRICA: With plans to have dried abalone listed by CITES, the Department of Forestry, Fisheries and the Environment has confirmed that a...

Port system rolled out for efficient trade

KENYA: DP World has launched the rollout of its state-of-the-art Port Community System (PCS) in Kenya, marking a major milestone in the...

Empowering youth for a future in fisheries

GHANA: Delving into local law, more than 50 youngsters were introduced to opportunities and empowered to consider a future in fisheries.

Are boat clubs the answer to boost African boating?

SOUTH AFRICA: Boat clubs offer an elegant solution that provides non-boatowners with access to a boating lifestyle through a membership that...

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