CITES listing for abalone could address crisis CITES listing for abalone could address crisis Stock collapse decimates fishery Tuesday, October 28, 2025 0 253 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 system rolled out for efficient trade Port Community System milestone Monday, October 27, 2025 0 168 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 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. Monday, October 27, 2025 0 154
Are boat clubs the answer to boost African boating? 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... Monday, October 27, 2025 0 194
The future of logistics is faster, cheaper, cleaner and quieter 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... Friday, October 24, 2025 0 233
Boatbuilders discuss market uncertainties and challenges 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... Friday, October 24, 2025 0 244
Boating community congregates to map out opportunities 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... Friday, October 24, 2025 0 281
Getting on board the Cape Town Agreement 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... Wednesday, October 22, 2025 0 247
0 Maritime People MRA Online Friday, November 28, 2025 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 leaving the vessel sitting under arrest in the Port of Durban as the crew await confirmation of whether...
0 Women in Maritime MRA Online Wednesday, November 19, 2025 Flushing women’s careers down the toilet One almost wants to snicker at the fact that today is World Toilet Day, but it’s no laughing matter for many women in the maritime and transport sectors.
0 Shipping MRA Online Monday, November 17, 2025 New minister for fisheries takes office SOUTH AFRICA: The new Minister of Forestry, Fisheries and the Environment, Willem Abraham Stephanus Aucamp was sworn in today in Pretoria to replace Dr Dion George who has been at the forefront of some controversial decisions impacting the...
0 Shipping MRA Online Friday, November 14, 2025 Ghana works to secure seatime for graduates The Ghana Maritime Authority (GMA) participated in the Seatrade Maritime Crew Connect Global Conference, working to secure vital sea time opportunities for Ghana’s talented, but unemployed, maritime graduates.