Addressing the ongoing fishing crisis Addressing the ongoing fishing crisis Experts meet to discuss IUU fishing in West Africa Tuesday, March 18, 2025 0 1365 CÔTE D’IVOIRE: Despite efforts to address Illegal, Unreported and Unregulated Fishing (IUU) in West Africa, the problem remains an ongoing concern for the region and experts are currently meeting in the Republic of Côte d’Ivoire to develop a cooperation framework to improve the sustainable and integrated use of ocean resources.
Development aid to fund new tugboat Development aid to fund new tugboat Japanese grant supports maritime safety and security Friday, March 14, 2025 0 1303 MAURITIUS: Japan has pledged a grant of more than $6,5 million under the Japan Economic Social Development Programme, for the acquisition of a tugboat for Mauritius to further support the country’s maritime domain.
Driving investment in oil and gas Driving investment in oil and gas ANGOLA: Over $60 million in investments for upcoming projects are set to drive significant development within Angola’s oil and gas sector. Wednesday, March 12, 2025 0 1358
More private participation opportunities available in Port of Durban More private participation opportunities available in Port of Durban SOUTH AFRICA: Transnet National Ports Authority (TNPA) has issued a Request for Proposals (RFP) for the appointment of a terminal operator to... Monday, March 10, 2025 0 1382
Capacitating a new generation of ocean experts Capacitating a new generation of ocean experts SOUTH AFRICA: Since its inception some 15 years ago, the Southern Ocean Carbon and Climate Observatory (SOCCO) more than 80 ocean climate... Friday, March 7, 2025 0 1559
Discussing maritime security in West Africa Discussing maritime security in West Africa NIGERIA: Meeting to evaluate the maritime operations and exercises, the 4th ECOWAS Sub-Committee of Chiefs of Naval Staff Meeting took place at... Wednesday, March 5, 2025 0 1716
Africa’s Oil & Gas Sector hires lobbyists to push agenda in Washington Africa’s Oil & Gas Sector hires lobbyists to push agenda in Washington The African Energy Chamber (AEC) has enlisted international consulting firm, Stryk Global Diplomacy (SGD), to support oil and gas engagement... Tuesday, March 4, 2025 0 1980
India donates patrol craft to Seychelles India donates patrol craft to Seychelles SEYCHELLES: Specifically designed for coastal defence duties, patrol and surveillance, a new Fast Interceptor Craft, PB Boudeuse, was officially... Tuesday, March 4, 2025 0 1957
0 Maritime People MRA Online Tuesday, July 7, 2026 New team to strengthen regional IMO support A new team of seven Regional Coordinators has been announced to coordinate International Maritime Organisation (IMO) activities in their respective regions across 11 thematic areas ranging from marine environment and ocean governance to maritime...
0 Marine Law & Insurance MRA Online Friday, July 3, 2026 South Africa takes the next step to protect the high seas SOUTH AFRICA: Cabinet has approved the submission of the Agreement on the Conservation and Sustainable Use of Marine Biodiversity Diversity of Areas Beyond National Jurisdiction (BBNJ Agreement) to Parliament for ratification.
0 People & Events MRA Online Friday, June 19, 2026 Three ministers, one portfolio SOUTH AFRICA: Since South Africa's Government of National Unity took shape in 2024, the Department of Forestry, Fisheries and the Environment has cycled through three DA ministers in under two years, raising questions about continuity,...
0 Ports MRA Online Monday, June 8, 2026 SANParks invites comment on west coast marine protected area plans SOUTH AFRICA: South African National Parks (SANParks) is giving the public until 3 July 2026 to comment on its draft management plan for the West Coast National Park Marine Protected Areas (MPAs), Islands and Langebaan estuarine lagoon, covering...