Fully-funded marine science scholarships target Africa’s blue economy... Fully-funded marine science scholarships target Africa’s blue economy... Applications open for 2026 postgraduate programme Friday, December 5, 2025 0 1562 The African Development Bank Group (AfDB) and Shanghai Ocean University (SHOU) have announced a scholarship programme targeting qualified African professionals seeking to advance their expertise in marine science, aquaculture, and sustainable fisheries management.
Distinguished Kenyan recognised for lifetime achievements Distinguished Kenyan recognised for lifetime achievements Rewarding commitment to blue economy Wednesday, December 3, 2025 0 831 Kenya’s Nancy Karigithu was recognised for her distinguished career representing her tireless commitment to seafarers as well as her representation of her country at the International Maritime Organisation and her role in developing cooperation programmes across Africa at an awards ceremony in London this week.
Restricting access for recreational WCRL fishers Restricting access for recreational WCRL fishers SOUTH AFRICA: Recreational fishers need to plan smartly this summer if they want to stay on the right side of the law as the announced dates for... Wednesday, December 3, 2025 0 726
Major shipping lines under fire for price fixing Major shipping lines under fire for price fixing SOUTH AFRICA: The Competition Commission is referring a complaint against eight major shipping lines operating between South Africa and Asia for... Tuesday, December 2, 2025 0 844
A focus on supporting marine manufacturing A focus on supporting marine manufacturing SOUTH AFRICA: Hosted by the Department of Trade, Industry and Competition (dtic), the Marine and Associated Services Industry Day held in Durban... Monday, December 1, 2025 0 910
A milestone in maritime education A milestone in maritime education SOUTH AFRICA: Guests that included some of the initiators and sponsors of the iconic high school maritime training initiative gathered at the... Monday, December 1, 2025 0 817
Is this the end for the SA Agulhas? Is this the end for the SA Agulhas? The fanfare associated with the deal to reimagine the SA Agulhas and extend its legacy as a training vessel for South African cadets has faded... Friday, November 28, 2025 0 1659
Boosting fresh produce logistics to Europe Boosting fresh produce logistics to Europe MOROCCO: DP World has launched the Atlas service to boost fresh produce logistics between Morocco, the United Kingdom and Europe. Thursday, November 27, 2025 0 682
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...
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.