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Unlocking Angola’s fisheries sector

Partnership seeks to balance Angola’s economic growth

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ANGOLA: In an effort to address Angola’s over-reliance on the export of crude oil which currently represents almost 95% of the country’s exports, the United Nations Conference on Trade and Development (UNCTAD) partnered with Nha Trang University of Vietnam to host a workshop to help unlock Angola’s fisheries and aquaculture sector.

Africa charts a course for a sustainable Blue Economy Africa charts a course for a sustainable Blue Economy

Africa charts a course for a sustainable Blue Economy

Emphasising the importance of marine spatial planning

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TANZANIA: The Second Marine Spatial Planning Forum for Africa took place this week in Dar es Salaam to explore the potential of Marine Spatial Planning (MSP) in driving Africa's sustainable Blue Economy.

Bitou beach goers safe from sharks Bitou beach goers safe from sharks

Bitou beach goers safe from sharks

SOUTH AFRICA: A three-year contract with the Plett Shark Spotters Non-Profit Organisation will see 14 spotters employed to keep beach goers safe...
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Offshore oil field aims to start production in 2024 Offshore oil field aims to start production in 2024

Offshore oil field aims to start production in 2024

GABON: Two of the partners in the Hibiscus South Well offshore Gabon have confirmed the discovery of significant commercial oil prospects on the...
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Acquisition marks debut of Turkish port operator in Africa

GHANA: Turkish port and container terminal operator, Yilport Holding has acquired Africa Finance Corporation’s (AFC) 35% stake in Atlantic...
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Ghanaian steps up to serve Africa’s ports Ghanaian steps up to serve Africa’s ports

Ghanaian steps up to serve Africa’s ports

UAE - ABU DHABI: Michael Achagwe Luguje, Director General, Ghana Ports and Harbours Authority has been named as the Regional Vice President for...
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High taxes forcing fish traders out of business

UGANDA: Fish Maw traders yesterday handed a petition to the government over excessive taxes they claim are forcing them out of business.

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Boosting Africa’s boating ecosystem 0 Women in Maritime
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Boosting Africa’s boating ecosystem

Cape Town is playing host to an exciting new event later this year aimed at building on the potential of the boating sector across the African continent. Scheduled for October, the first ever African Boating Conference is a long overdue addition...
Will structural review strengthen SAMSA? 0 Tender News
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Will structural review strengthen SAMSA?

SOUTH AFRICA: As discontent both within and outside of the South African Maritime Safety Authority (SAMSA) continues to fester, stakeholders may be pleased to learn that a bid to strengthen the internal structure of the entity will see the...
Sharks migrate from Kenya to Pretoria 0 Tourism
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Sharks migrate from Kenya to Pretoria

SOUTH AFRICA: The three Blacktip Reef Sharks that landed at Johannesburg’s OR Tambo International Airport recently after a 10-hour flight from Kenya were promptly transported to the National Zoological Garden (NZG) in Pretoria where they...

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30 Jul 2025 SAMSA STAKEHOLDER ENGAGEMENT 7/30/2025

The Minister of Transport intends, in terms of section 356(2)(a) of the Merchant Shipping Act, 1951 (Act No. 57 of 1951) and on the recommendation of the South African Maritime Safety Authority to promulgate Draft Merchant Shipping (Construction and Equipment on Fishing Vessels of 24 Metres in Length and Over and Construction and Equipment on Fishing Vessels of Less Than 24 Meters, and Fisher Labour Welfare) Regulations, 2025.  SAMSA is in the process of developing the Draft Regulations and seeks to engage stakeholders in the fishing industry during the developmental stages of the Draft Regulations. The engagement seeks to inform the final draft prior to submission to the Minister of Transport for processing and promulgation.  

30 Jul 2025 MARITIME DIGITISATION 7/30/2025 3:00 PM

Digitization of Maritime – Tech Innovation Transforming Safety & Risk:  The use of AI and innovative technology to drive safety, reliability and efficiency in maritime operational applications is rapidly expanding and evolving with the potential to transform marine risks.

31 Jul 2025 SOUTHERN OCEAN AND ANTARCTICA MEETING 7/31/2025

The South African Oil & Gas Alliance (SAOGA) invites you to our upcoming in-person Networking Breakfast event on Thursday, 25 April 2024. In this session we’ll be hearing from Kinetiko's CEO, Nick de Blocq, who will provide us with an update on Kinetiko's remarkable achievements in its exploration programme throughout 2023 and again in 2024.

27 Aug 2025 OCEAN 20 MIDWAY MEETING 8/27/2025

Save the Date for the upcoming Ocean20 Mid-Way Meeting, taking place online on 27 August 2025 to reflect on the Ocean20 progress and work together to shape the final recommendations for the G20 Summit and communique.

8 Sep 2025 SOUTH AFRICAN MARINE SCIENCE SYMPOSIUM 9/8/2025 - 9/12/2025

As the world faces the intersecting challenges of biodiversity loss, pollution, and climate change, marine and coastal science is more important than ever. The Southern African Marine Science Symposium (SAMSS) 2025 will unite scientists, practitioners, educators, policymakers, and community leaders to share knowledge, innovations, and strategies for a more resilient marine and coastal future.

15 Sep 2025 AFRICA OIL WEEK 9/15/2025 - 9/18/2025

After 30 years of success in Cape Town, AOW is evolving to recreate its original vision of bringing together an exclusive senior network to foster meaningful business opportunities and relationships in the global energy landscape. With the partnership of the Government of Ghana we will be hosting a Pan – Africa network of National Oil Companies, Regulators and energy agencies that will give you direct access to new opportunities across the continent.

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