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SA scientist shines at global awards ceremony

First for South Africa

Wednesday, December 10, 2025 0 765

South African marine scientist Prof Lynne Shannon became the first South African to receive the Prince Albert I Grand Medal for Ocean Science at a ceremony in Paris this week.

Fully-funded marine science scholarships target Africa’s blue economy...

Applications open for 2026 postgraduate programme

Friday, December 5, 2025 0 1736

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

Kenya’s Nancy Karigithu was recognised for her distinguished career representing her tireless commitment to seafarers as well as her...

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...

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...

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...

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...

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...

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