International Maritime Organisation Stories

Major breakthrough as UN adopts plan for net-zero shipping emissions by 2050
Maureen Kinyanjui  |  Apr 18, 2025

The IMO, which was established in 1948 and is based in London, has a history of creating global regulations to enhance safety and reduce pollution fro...

Somalia, Turkey sign onshore hydrocarbon exploration agreement
Hassan Mohamed  |  Apr 11, 2025

The agreement gave the Turkish Petroleum Corporation (TPAO) rights for oil exploration in two and three-dimensional seismic exploration activities in...

Authority intervenes to end student unrest at Bandari Maritime Academy
Farhiya Hussein  |  Mar 23, 2025

One of the contentious issues was an alleged Sh10,000 fee for industrial attachment, which students claimed was unfair.

Bandari Maritime Academy students protest over fees and training challenges
Farhiya Hussein  |  Mar 17, 2025

The students vowed to continue boycotting classes until their grievances were addressed, insisting that without urgent reforms, the institution would...

Japanese naval vessels dock in Mombasa as part of Indo-Pacific deployment
Farhiya Hussein  |  Mar 14, 2025

The vessels departed from Japan on January 4 for their mission, which aims to enhance maritime security, strengthen cooperation with partner navies, a...

UN Security Council renews weapons and financing sanctions against Al-Shabaab
Maureen Kinyanjui  |  Mar 08, 2025

The sanctions will remain in place until at least December 13, 2025, with member states authorised to seize vessels delivering weapons to Al-Shabaab.

KMA warns rising cases of forged certificates among job seekers threatens maritime safety
Farhiya Hussein  |  Feb 13, 2025

The KMA warns that fraudulent documentation compromises safety at sea, as unqualified individuals may lack the necessary skills to handle emergencies...

Somalia says Egypt to deploy military units to the country in bilateral agreement
Charles Adinda  |  Jan 29, 2025

Somalia's Minister of Foreign Affairs Ahmed Moallim Fiqi said that the country had in recent times faced external pressure to block Egypt from joining...

Somalia wants Ethiopia included in new African Union mission despite troop quota challenges
Mwangi Maina  |  Jan 15, 2025

AUSSOM replaces the African Union Transition Mission in Somalia (ATMIS), marking a critical phase in transferring national security responsibilities t...

Boost for locals as Shimoni Fishing Port now expected to be operational by March 2025
Lucy Mumbi  |  Jan 08, 2025

The project will include a modern jetty, fish landing and processing facilities, meat plants, cold storage units, and an ice-making factory.

Turkish President Erdogan to visit Ethiopia, Somalia after brokering landmark deal
Mwangi Maina  |  Dec 16, 2024

Speaking at an event in Turkey’s eastern province of Erzurum, Erdogan highlighted the lengthy negotiations that led to the breakthrough.

AU, IGAD welcome Ethiopia, Somalia agreement to end Somaliland port dispute
Rachael Mutabasi  |  Dec 12, 2024

Kenya's Principal Secretary for Foreign Affairs, Korir Sing'Oei also expressed his support for the agreement, commending the leadership of both nation...

Lamu records fewer marine fatalities in 2024 amid improved rescue operations
Farhiya Hussein  |  Dec 08, 2024

These figures reflect significant improvements in the search and rescue missions conducted during maritime hazards or accidents, compared to previous...

Kenya Maritime Authority official arrested over Sh40.5 million insurance fraud
Farhiya Hussein  |  Nov 27, 2024

Search operations were carried out at their residences in both Nairobi and Mombasa, yielding evidence to support the ongoing investigation.

Ethiopia vows peaceful pursuit of sea access - Foreign Ministry
Amina Wako  |  Aug 15, 2024

The negotiations, facilitated by Turkey, aim to resolve the dispute and restore normal relations between Ethiopia and Somalia.

Somalia welcomes Turkish-led mediation talks with Ethiopia
Hassan Mohamed  |  Aug 12, 2024

The development comes after President Hassan Sheikh Mohamud held a phone call on Sunday evening with President Recep Tayyip Erdoğan of the Republic of...

Kenyan seafarers return home after abandonment in Oman, await unpaid wages of Sh1.6M
Farhiya Hussein  |  Aug 08, 2024

Upon consultations, the seafarers informed the KMA that they had not been paid for eight months and had reported their situation to the Harbour Master...

Missing cargo vessel MV Chamda III found in Malindi waters
Farhiya Hussein  |  Aug 06, 2024

The vessel, which departed Tanga on July 30, 2024, was carrying 17 crew members, two passengers, and a cargo of anointing oil.

Maritime authority seeks public input on new maritime safety and efficiency regulations
Farhiya Hussein  |  Aug 06, 2024

One of the most major reforms planned is the Cabotage Regulations 2024, which will prohibit foreign ships from doing local trade in Kenyan seas unless...

Bandari Maritime Academy launches strategic plan with new exchange programs
Farhiya Hussein  |  Jul 22, 2024

One of the key components of the strategic plan is the implementation of Phase One of the master plan for the construction of the Maritime Survival Tr...

Bandari Maritime Academy refutes claims of international employment ineligibility of its seafarers
Farhiya Hussein  |  Jul 22, 2024

CEO says that Bandari Maritime Academy graduates are currently employed on various international ships, including those operated by leading global shi...

Likoni residents demand Kenya Maritime Authority's merger with Kenya Ports Authority
Farhiya Hussein  |  Jul 22, 2024

The residents argue that KMA has done little to improve their lives and they believe that merging the two entities would lead to better job opportunit...

Piracy, armed robbery incidents rise off the coast of Somalia
Yunis Dekow  |  Jul 12, 2024

IMB's report also indicates that the perpetrators in Somalia are often heavily armed, with a notable increase in the use of guns.

Kenya to transition to mariculture and aquaculture to meet fish demand
Mishi Gongo  |  Jul 05, 2024

While annual fish consumption has risen to 600,000 tonnes, the natural catch is shrinking and national fish production stands at 400,000 tonnes.

Relief for seafarers as government reduces maritime training fees to Sh15,000
Mishi Gongo  |  Jun 14, 2024

The cost for the mandatory maritime course has been reduced to Sh15,000 from the previous Sh35,000.

Women breaking barriers in male-dominated maritime jobs
Farhiya Hussein  |  Jun 14, 2024

There are various challenges, particularly the long periods seafarers spend away from their families, which can deter many women

[HOLD, FOR BALANCE] Kenyan student's family calls for probe into his mysterious death in Tanzania
Farhiya Hussein  |  Jun 10, 2024

Brian Rajab was a 27-year-old second-year student pursuing an advanced diploma in marine engineering at the Dar es Salaam Maritime Institute.

Climate change may be fuelling a resurgence of piracy across Africa
The Conversation  |  May 26, 2024

As fish stocks delcine, some former fishermen, in collaboration with militias and unemployed youth, have turned to piracy as a means of survival.

Kenya to prosecute pirates as US, EU boost maritime security efforts
Amina Wako  |  May 26, 2024

Kenya has been designated as the second country, after Seychelles, to prosecute suspects of maritime crimes, a significant step in addressing security...

Kenya picked second country to assist EU in prosecuting maritime suspects
Christopher Ghele  |  May 23, 2024

The EU raised concern over increasing cases of maritime insecurities in Somalia and at the Suez Canal by Yemen's Houthis.

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