African maritime news
Here are some recent African maritime news stories:
- Nigeria's Maritime University to Boost Capacity: The Nigerian Maritime University (NMU) has launched a new program to increase its capacity and produce more skilled maritime professionals. The university aims to become a leading institution in the region. (Source: Vanguard News)
- Egyptian Navy Seizes Stolen Oil Tanker: The Egyptian Navy has seized a stolen oil tanker carrying 1,000 tons of oil in the Mediterranean Sea. The tanker was stolen from a port in Libya and was being transported to Egypt. (Source: Al Jazeera)
- South Africa's Port of Cape Town to Invest in New Infrastructure: The Port of Cape Town is investing in new infrastructure to increase its capacity and efficiency. The port is expected to handle more cargo and passengers in the coming years. (Source: Maritime Executive)
- Ghana's Fishing Industry to Benefit from New Vessel: Ghana's fishing industry is set to benefit from a new fishing vessel that will help increase the country's fishing capacity. The vessel is equipped with modern technology and will help Ghanaian fishermen to compete with foreign vessels. (Source: Ghanaian Times)
- Morocco's Maritime Trade to Increase: Morocco's maritime trade is expected to increase in the coming years due to the country's strategic location and its efforts to improve its ports and infrastructure. The country is also investing in new shipping lines and logistics companies. (Source: Morocco World News)
- Kenya's Port of Mombasa to Upgrade Its Facilities: The Port of Mombasa is upgrading its facilities to increase its capacity and efficiency. The port is expected to handle more cargo and passengers in the coming years. (Source: The Star)
- Tanzania's Fishing Industry to Benefit from New Regulations: Tanzania's fishing industry is set to benefit from new regulations that will help to conserve the country's fish stocks and promote sustainable fishing practices. The regulations will also help to increase the country's fishing revenue. (Source: Tanzania Daily News)
- Nigerian Navy to Patrol Gulf of Guinea: The Nigerian Navy is set to patrol the Gulf of Guinea to combat piracy and other maritime crimes. The navy will work with other countries in the region to ensure the safety of ships and cargo. (Source: This Day Live)
- South Africa's Transnet to Invest in New Rail and Port Infrastructure: Transnet, a South African state-owned company, is investing in new rail and port infrastructure to increase the country's transportation capacity. The investment is expected to boost the country's economy. (Source: Engineering News)
- Egypt's Suez Canal to Increase Revenue: The Suez Canal is expected to increase its revenue in the coming years due to the growing demand for shipping services. The canal is one of the busiest shipping lanes in the world and is a major source of revenue for Egypt. (Source: Egypt Today)
These are just a few examples of the many maritime news stories coming out of Africa. The continent's maritime industry is growing rapidly, driven by increasing trade and economic activity.