Source: Ministry of Foreign Affairs and Tourism - Foreign Affairs Department, Republic of Seychelles |

Regional cooperation at the forefront of Seychelles – Australia bilateral talks

On the topic of maritime security, the two diplomats agreed on the importance of collaboration in this area given the resurgence of piracy in the region

Maritime security, tourism, climate change, air connectivity, and regional engagements in the Indian Ocean Rim Association (IORA) were at the top of the agenda for bilateral talks between the High Commissioner-designate of Australia, Ms. Kate Chamley, and the Principal Secretary for Foreign Affairs, Ambassador Vivianne Fock Tave on Monday 22nd April,…

Source: Council of the European Union |

Maritime Security: European Union to become an observer of the Djibouti Code of Conduct/Jeddah Amendment

The EU signals its strong support for an effective regional maritime security architecture, while strengthening its presence and engagement as a global maritime security provider in the fight against illegal activities at sea

The EU will soon become a ‘Friend’ (i.e., observer) of the Djibouti Code of Conduct/Jeddah Amendment, a regional cooperation framework to tackle piracy, armed robbery, human trafficking and other illegal maritime activities in the North-Western Indian Ocean, including the Gulf of Aden and the Red Sea. The Council today formally…

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Cabship Joins Angola Oil & Gas (AOG) 2024 as Gold Sponsor

Taking place October 2-4, the event – organized by Energy Capital & Power - positions Angola as the investment destination of choice for oil and gas players

Angolan logistics and supply chain management company Cabship has joined the Angola Oil & Gas (AOG) conference – scheduled for October 2-4 in Luanda – as a gold sponsor. The sponsorship aligns with the company’s mission to deliver innovative market solutions to Angola’s oil and gas industry and Cabship’s participation…

Source: State House Seychelles |

Seychelles: President Ramkalawan to attend United Nations (UN) Ocean Decade Conference in Spain and 9th Ocean Conference in Greece

The Ocean Decade, was a decision of the 2017 United Nations General Assembly (UNGA) in New York, which was officially launched in January 2021

The President of the Republic of Seychelles, Mr Wavel Ramkalawan, the in his capacity as one of the Patrons of the Ocean Decade Alliance, will participate in the upcoming 2024 United Nations (UN) Ocean Decade Conference to be held in Barcelona, Spain from 10th to 12th April. The Ocean Decade,…

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Eritrea: President Isaias Holds Talks with Vice Admiral Vladimir Kasatonov

The discussions centered on enhancement of bilateral ties outlined in St. Petersburg at Africa-Russia Summit

President Isaias Afwerki met and held extensive discussions in Massawa today with Delegation led by Vice Admiral Vladimir Kasatonov, Deputy Commander-in-Chief of Russian Navy. The discussions centered on enhancement of bilateral ties outlined in St. Petersburg at Africa-Russia Summit. Broad areas of all-rounded cooperation discussed in St. Petersburg last July…

Source: Economic Community of West African States (ECOWAS) |

The Economic Community of West African States (ECOWAS) Commission reviews a draft action plan for its Integrated Maritime Strategy (EIMS)

The specific objective is to ensure that the priorities and actions set out in the Action Plan are in line with the 4X4 objectives of the Commission’s Management, at the level of sectoral policies

In order to achieve the objectives of its Integrated Maritime Strategy, the ECOWAS commission is holding an interdepartmental meeting to review the draft Action Plan of the EIMS from 20 to 22 March 2024 at Abidjan, Cote d’Ivoire. The EIMS is a legal instrument that provides a comprehensive reference framework…

Source: Energy Capital & Power |

Ivory Coast Unlocks Deepwater Prospects

Following two consecutive offshore discoveries, Ivory Coast features unexplored deepwater prospects and Africa’s first net-zero upstream development – a focus of the upcoming Invest in African Energy forum in Paris

Ivory Coast has made headlines in recent months, as it pursues ambitions to become a major regional oil producer. Earlier this week, Italian major Eni announced the discovery of light oil, gas and condensates in the country’s offshore Block CI-205 as part of its Murene 1X exploration well. Estimated to…

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MainOne Lands 2Africa Submarine Cable in Qua Iboe, Akwa Ibom State, boosting Broadband Connectivity in South-South Nigeria

Spanning 45,000km in length, 2Africa will be one of the world’s largest subsea cable projects and will interconnect Europe, Asia, and Africa, with a design capacity of up to 180Tbps

MainOne (www.MainOne.net), an Equinix Company, is delighted to announce its pivotal role in the historic landing in Akwa Ibom State of the first and only submarine cable system in Nigeria outside of Lagos. This collaboration marks a significant milestone in enhancing broadband connectivity and driving economic development in the South-South,…

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Sudan: International Rescue Committee (IRC) faces an over 40% increase in aid shipping costs amid Red Sea disruption

The IRC has been compelled to seek alternative routes for the delivery of essential pharmaceutical supplies which are critical for life saving health services

Due to escalating security concerns and attacks on commercial vessels in the Red Sea, our carrier has made the difficult decision to suspend operations to Port Sudan through the Red Sea route. As a result, the IRC has been compelled to seek alternative routes for the delivery of essential pharmaceutical…

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Beyond Borders: Webb Fontaine’s Port Community System (PCS) Redefining Global Trade Logistics

By addressing long-standing impediments like port congestions and delays in the release of goods, Webb Ports stands out through the promotion of efficient communication among stakeholders

In the dynamic world of global trade, Webb Fontaine's Port Community System (PCS) (https://www.WebbFontaine.com) emerges as a transformative force, heralding a new era in the automation of port logistics and trade facilitation. At its core, the PCS offers a compelling solution to the complex challenges that nations encounter in their…