East Africa maritime news Stories
Crew aboard the Stolt Sagaland repelled four armed attackers off the Somali coast, the first suspected piracy incident in the region since 2024.
The initiative is being spearheaded by the Kenya Marine Fisheries and Socio-Economic Development (KEMFSED) project under the Ministry of Mining, Blue...
The project topped in the Environmental Care category after beating two other finalists from the record-breaking pool of global submissions.
KMA Director General Justus Nyarandi warned that the continent’s limited ownership of commercial vessels forces African nations to spend billions on f...
The programme focuses on enhancing the Somali Police Force’s capacity to secure national waters, curb illegal maritime activities, and ensure safe nav...
The court observed that the process of formulating the Merchant Shipping Regulations, 2024, was not only transparent but also participatory.
KEPHIS Chairman Joseph M’Eruaki maintained that the charges are part of its constitutional duty and warned that removing them would compromise nationa...
The IMO, a United Nations specialised agency, is responsible for the safety and security of shipping, the prevention of marine and atmospheric polluti...
Governor Abdulswamad Nassir said the summit would reposition Mombasa as more than a tourist destination by showcasing its strength in logistics.
Brigadier Mohammed Shemote, representing the Kenya Navy Commander, Major General Paul Owuor Otieno, accepted the role on behalf of the Government of K...
The assurance was delivered during the inaugural workshop of the Djibouti Code of Conduct (DCOC) working group on operational coordination and coopera...
A blue economy needs to be based on a sustainable balance between often competing ecological and economic goals.
Duly licensed Maritime Service Providers are required to operate as per the terms and conditions of the issued licenses.
In a statement, KSAA reiterated its strong support for KEPHIS in fulfilling its mandate of safeguarding Kenya’s agricultural exports and protecting th...
Lamu Port-South Sudan-Ethiopia Transport (Lapsset) Corridor Development Authority occupies large areas, including residential apartments, office space...
The project is expected to maximise regional economic benefits through joint implementation, positioning the Coast region as a key hub for maritime an...
The initiative comes in response to longstanding concerns by coastal communities over delayed rescues and inadequate safety measures during accidents...
The move comes amid mounting concerns over job losses linked to noncompliance with international maritime regulations.
The vessel’s arrival is seen as a major boost for Lamu’s ambitions to become a key transhipment hub for global trade routes linking Africa, Europe, As...
The senators, led by Chairperson Dr Oburu Odinga, also received updates on emergency operations in Lake Victoria and broader efforts to protect marine...
The Sea World vessel docked in Puntland last Saturday, where local authorities launched an investigation into its cargo.
Somalia’s Minister of Defence, Ahmed Moalim Fiqi confirmed that the government had issued a formal objection following Ethiopia’s approach during a re...
Justus Nyarandi’s appointment is expected to inject new energy into these efforts as Kenya positions itself as a maritime hub in East and Central Afri...
The exercise tests the ability of state and non-state actors to respond to maritime disasters using a unified command system. Officials say the goal i...
Habitat loss through coastal development threatens many coastal ecosystems, including estuaries and mangroves, which are vital nurseries for many fish...
Kephis has rolled out a comprehensive inspection regime mandating all cargo containers, both loaded and empty, to undergo checks aimed at ensuring san...
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...
The agreement gave the Turkish Petroleum Corporation (TPAO) rights for oil exploration in two and three-dimensional seismic exploration activities in...
One of the contentious issues was an alleged Sh10,000 fee for industrial attachment, which students claimed was unfair.
The students vowed to continue boycotting classes until their grievances were addressed, insisting that without urgent reforms, the institution would...
