Investing in the future of maritime training Investing in the future of maritime training Engineering workshop boosted with acquisition of new equipment Tuesday, November 21, 2023 0 3948 SOUTH AFRICA: Now with six centres in South Africa, Sea Safety Training Group (SSTG) is continuing to invest in equipment to meet the training needs of those interested in pursuing a career at sea, having taken delivery of lathes and milling machines for a new workshop course at their Milnerton facilities in Cape Town.
Towards an aquaculture knowledge hub for Africa Towards an aquaculture knowledge hub for Africa Shaping the future of aquaculture on the continent Monday, November 20, 2023 0 736 ZAMBIA: The need to establish a continental Aquaculture Knowledge Hub was discussed at a consultative workshop last week in Lusaka in a bid to improve effective knowledge management and collaborative efforts within the African aquaculture sector.
Artificial Intelligence harnessed to protect marine mammals Artificial Intelligence harnessed to protect marine mammals SOUTH AFRICA: A pilot project along South Africa’s West Coast is using cameras and hydrophones to alert mussel farmers in the Saldanha Bay... Monday, November 20, 2023 0 765
Oil Market Predictions and What They Mean for Africa Oil Market Predictions and What They Mean for Africa The oil market is nothing if not volatile, but few eras match the last several years for dramatic ups and downs. NJ Ayuk, Executive Chairman of... Monday, November 20, 2023 0 724
Harassment of fur seals cause for concern Harassment of fur seals cause for concern SOUTH AFRICA: Incidents of harassment of Cape fur seals have become a cause for concern as members of the public have been reportedly throwing... Saturday, November 18, 2023 0 670
IMO elections are looming – what to expect IMO elections are looming – what to expect The International Maritime Organisation’s (IMO) Council will meet next week for its 130th Session ahead of the Assembly’s 33rd Session... Thursday, November 16, 2023 0 1256
Small scale rights decriminalise traditional fishing Small scale rights decriminalise traditional fishing SOUTH AFRICA: The era of interim relief declared for small scale fishers will come to an end as 62 small scale fishing cooperatives in the Western... Wednesday, November 15, 2023 0 645
South Africa takes a step closer to establishing a National Petroleum... South Africa takes a step closer to establishing a National Petroleum... SOUTH AFRICA: South Africa’s intention to establish a National Petroleum Company (NPC) took a step forward this week with the release for... Tuesday, November 14, 2023 0 721
0 Maritime Opportunities MRA Online Thursday, July 9, 2026 New mentoring scheme launched for port technology leaders Applications have opened for the International Association of Ports and Harbours (IAPH) Ports Technology Mentorship scheme, which is focused on facilitating targeted knowledge transfer and skills development among its members.
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,...