Driving investment in oil and gas Driving investment in oil and gas Policies developed to welcome investment Wednesday, March 12, 2025 0 1353 ANGOLA: Over $60 million in investments for upcoming projects are set to drive significant development within Angola’s oil and gas sector.
More private participation opportunities available in Port of Durban More private participation opportunities available in Port of Durban TNPA issues request for terminal operator Monday, March 10, 2025 0 1380 SOUTH AFRICA: Transnet National Ports Authority (TNPA) has issued a Request for Proposals (RFP) for the appointment of a terminal operator to design and transfer a multi-purpose terminal handling agricultural dry bulk and other compatible cargo in the Maydon Wharf Precinct, Port of Durban.
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 1555
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 1714
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 1972
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 1950
South Africa must regain its competitive advantage. South Africa must regain its competitive advantage. SOUTH AFRICA: “Our competitors in the broader Southern African region have taken advantage of challenges in the South African logistics... Monday, March 3, 2025 0 2090
SAMSA safety audits due to commence in fishing industry SAMSA safety audits due to commence in fishing industry SOUTH AFRICA: According to a Marine Information Notice issued by the South African Maritime Safety Authority (SAMSA) at the beginning of the... Thursday, February 27, 2025 0 1869
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...