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Cabinet names next CEO for SAMSA - again Cabinet names next CEO for SAMSA - again

Cabinet names next CEO for SAMSA - again

Will the new CEO make it to Pretoria?

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SOUTH AFRICA: Although last week’s cabinet announcement of a new Chief Executive Officer for the South African Maritime Safety Authority (SAMSA) will be welcomed by the industry, it does not provide any clarification as to why Captain Rufus Lekala, who was the subject of the same announcement almost exactly a year ago, never took up the position.  

Still-Too-Strong? Still-Too-Strong?

Still-Too-Strong?

Industry pushes back on STS regulations

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The new Regulations for the Environmental Management of Offshore Ship-To-Ship Transfer gazetted at the end of August may still face legal push-back as industry stakeholders seek legal advice on challenging certain aspects.

FRAP finalisation drags on FRAP finalisation drags on

FRAP finalisation drags on

SOUTH AFRICA: Permits in the Small Pelagic sector that were due to expire at the end of August have been extended until 30 October due to delays...
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New service links Asia and Africa New service links Asia and Africa

New service links Asia and Africa

CMA CGM has launched a new service to streamline trade between Asia and Africa connecting the Far East to Kenya, Tanzania and the Indian Ocean.

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Delivering insights for effective ocean management Delivering insights for effective ocean management

Delivering insights for effective ocean management

A new partnership between the Nippon Foundation–GEBCO Seabed 2030 Project and ProtectedSeas will further initiatives to foster collaborative...
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Coordinated maritime patrol launched Coordinated maritime patrol launched

Coordinated maritime patrol launched

SIERRA LEONE: A multi-day maritime operation to promote regional cooperation and strengthen the capacity of member states to combat maritime...
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Supporting maritime education in Africa Supporting maritime education in Africa

Supporting maritime education in Africa

TANZANIA: Discussions to cooperate to building capacity in the maritime sector were held during a visit from the President of the World Maritime...
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Strengthening Africa’s position in global trade Strengthening Africa’s position in global trade

Strengthening Africa’s position in global trade

DP World has signed a memorandum of understanding (MoU) with ITOCHU Corporation, one of Japan’s largest trading companies, to expand...
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5 Nov 2026 FAIRSHIP SA MARINE BURSARY GOLF DAY 11/5/2026

The SATS General Botha Old Boys Association Bursary Fund is once again hosting a Cape Town Golf Day which takes place on 5 November 2026.

 

13 Nov 2026 SOUTH AFRICAN SHIPPING GALA 11/13/2026 5:30 PM - 11:00 PM

Last year's South African Shipping Gala attracted approximately 650 guests  and this year, organisers are anticipating an even larger attendance making it one of the largest maritime networking events in the country. 

17 Nov 2026 INTERMODAL AFRICA 2026 11/17/2026 - 11/19/2026

The 36th INTERMODAL AFRICA will take place in the luxurious 5-star EPIC SANA Luanda Hotel, Angola from Tuesday 17 November to Thursday 19 November 2026.

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Gulf of Aden piracy resurgence a cause for concern 0 Trade
MRA Online

Gulf of Aden piracy resurgence a cause for concern

The resurgence of piracy in the Gulf of Aden is highlighted as one of the top eight maritime risks of the third quarter of 2026 by Windward Report, which is described as the “most dangerous quarter for global shipping in recent...
Maritime industry responds to online speculation 0 Seafarers
MRA Online

Maritime industry responds to online speculation

SOUTH AFRICA: While the mainstream media has largely focused on reporting the verified facts relating to the accident that resulted in the loss of five crew members this week, the comment sections on social media have been more speculative,...

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