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CITES listing for abalone could address crisis

Stock collapse decimates fishery

Tuesday, October 28, 2025 0 731

SOUTH AFRICA: With plans to have dried abalone listed by CITES, the Department of Forestry, Fisheries and the Environment has confirmed that a proven stock collapse will only provide for a 12.01 ton Total Allowable Catch (TAC) for the 2025/26 season.

Port system rolled out for efficient trade

Port Community System milestone

Monday, October 27, 2025 0 445

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 country’s journey toward more efficient and transparent trade.

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...

The future of logistics is faster, cheaper, cleaner and quieter

SOUTH AFRICA: The shift towards electric heavy lift equipment in logistics is being driven by a future need to deliver logistic solutions that are...

Boatbuilders discuss market uncertainties and challenges

SOUTH AFRICA: “We know we are living in challenging times. At the moment markets are tough, and I think we need to embrace opportunity where...

Boating community congregates to map out opportunities

SOUTH AFRICA: The inaugural African Boating Conference held this week in Cape Town drew the enthusiastic participation of more than 200 delegates...

Getting on board the Cape Town Agreement

Joining Vanuatu, Ghana has become the latest country to ratify the 2012 Cape Town Agreement (CTA) by officially depositing its Instrument of...

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