A regional workshop is planned for the end of September to assist African States implement national legal frameworks on implementing CITES.

The Secretariat of the Convention on International Trade in Endangered Species of Wild Fauna and Flora (CITES) has invited parties and other stakeholders to submit information on their implementation of decisions relating to seahorses.

SOUTH AFRICA: David Maynier has officially taken up the position of Minister of Forestry, Fisheries and the Environment after being sworn in at a ceremony held in Pretoria yesterday.

SEYCHELLES: Discussions during a visit by a Russian delegation could strengthen maritime partnerships between Russia and the Seychelles as the two countries enhance travel links and diplomatic ties.