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Court ruling pushes back environmental deadline for offshore gas block

Offshore exploration decisions

Thursday, April 30, 2026 0 403

SOUTH AFRICA: Africa Energy Corp has been granted a further extension, until 4 November 2026, to submit a new Environmental and Social Impact Assessment (ESIA) for Block 11B/12B off the southern coast of South Africa. The block, which sits in deep water in the Outeniqua Basin, is one of the country’s most closely watched offshore gas prospects.

Unlocking collaboration in South Africa’s maritime industry

Applications open for Founding Connector seats

Wednesday, April 29, 2026 0 613

SOUTH AFRICA: Coastwise Connect, a new virtual community for South African maritime professionals, has opened applications for 35 Founding Connector seats ahead of its public launch later this year. The recruitment funnel went live this week, with selections being made on a rolling basis until the cohort is filled.

Responding to risk of fishing vessel wreck

SOUTH AFRICA: The South African Maritime Safety Authority (SAMSA) has confirmed that intensified efforts are underway to manage the maritime...

Study financed to reform transport sector

LIBYA: A study financed by the African Development Bank (AfDB) will provide a situational and gap analysis of Libya’s transport sector aimed...

Tanzania confirms new operator for shipping register

TANZANIA: The Government of the United Republic of Tanzania has formally informed the International Maritime Organisation (IMO) that operational...

A call to fast-track digitalisation

TANZANIA: The Minister for Transport, Prof Makame Mbarawa, has called for accelerated adoption of integrated digital systems in the maritime...

The road to recovery

SOUTH AFRICA: Acknowledging World Penguin Day, it’s worth celebrating the work being done to help save the African penguin which faces...

Trade reform designed to strengthen economy

SEYCHELLES: Seychelles has taken a decisive step to fortify its economic resilience and sharpen its trade competitiveness, with Cabinet approving...

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1 Jun 2026 SEAPOWER FOR AFRICA 6/1/2026 - 6/4/2026

The Sixth SPAS will feature conference sessions, networking events and an international exhibition showcasing the latest naval equipment, technologies and solutions that will help our navies effectively protect Africa’s maritime interests. We sincerely look forward to welcoming you to this landmark symposium and working together to shape a safer, more cooperative maritime future for the continent.

10 Jun 2026 INTEGRATING FUTURE TECHNOLOGIES IN MENA MARITIME TRANSPORT 6/10/2026 2:00 PM - 3:30 PM

The webinar will address the latest trends in digitalization, automation, and green innovations, while exploring the regulatory and policy implications that accompany this accelerated change.

20 Jul 2026 SEAFLOOR LANDFORMS, PROCESSES AND EVOLUTION 7/20/2026 - 12/24/2026

The 3rd International Conference on Seafloor Landforms, Processes and Evolution will be organised by the University of KwaZulu-Natal and the Submarine Geomorphology working group of the International Association of Geomorphologists (IAG), and will take place on the 20th to 24th July 2026 in KwaZulu-Natal, South Africa.