All Africa articles – Page 2
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South African sailing association appoints new MD
Michael Jacobs has taken over the day-to-day management of OSASA
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SA government lauds new harbour programme milestone
First phase of coastal infrastructure project completed
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SA-US tariff negotiations set to continue amid speculation over impact on boatbuilding
South African trade negotiators are hoping to finalise a trade deal ahead of the July 9 tariff deadline
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New Cape Town yard unveils Du Toit-designed long-range cruiser
Askari Yachts has commenced construction on a new range of expedition sailing cats
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Red Sea and Arab Gulf set for superyacht boom as new refit and repair hubs emerge
The region is poised for a major surge in superyacht activity, driven by ambitious developments and growing demand for luxury cruising
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Tag Yachts fraud case back in court in South Africa
The builder is accused of defrauding customers in a failed boatbuilding venture
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New investor-friendly SA policy proposal ‘not about Starlink’
South African’s president says the proposed policy amendment is aimed at promoting foreign investment in the country’s ICT sector
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South African cat builder completes yard expansion in Knysna
Kinetic Catamarans is looking to ramp up production
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New South African yard launches first sport catamaran
Torhamer Marine was founded by Polish businessman Maciej Chamerski
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Ramaphosa says AGOA still alive as trade talks continue in US
The South African president is in Washington to discuss trade relations with Trump
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South Africa to offer Musk Starlink deal ahead of Trump meeting
The deal would allow SpaceX to circumvent black economic empowerment legislation
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SA cat builder announces “groundbreaking” sustainability project
Phoenix Marine says pioneering bioresin/recycling collaboration could halve its environmental impact
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SABBEX makes tariff submission ahead of expected trade talks in the US
The South African Boat Builders Export Council has compiled a position paper detailing the potential impact of US tariffs on local marine manufacturing
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Fraser Yachts CEO to speak at African Boating Conference
Anders Kurtén’s keynote will explore actionable strategies for aligning commercial success with environmental responsibility
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Southern Ropes appoints world-famous salvor as brand ambassador
Captain Nick Sloane is best known for successfully salvaging the wrecked cruise ship Costa Concordia
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New Egyptian initiative to test potential sailing route
The state-supported ‘Sail Le Nil’ trial leaves today from Cairo to Damietta and back
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SA importer prioritises European boat brands amid tariff uncertainty
Luxury boats from the EU currently enjoy duty-free access into the South African market
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Africa – opportunity knocks as continent’s marine industry evolves
Vanessa Davidson, CEO of South Africa marine industry association SABBEX, gives the lowdown on the current marine industry market in Africa, touching on key markets, regulations, marina development, superyachts, crew, and industry challenges
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Southern Wind expands South African skills training programme
The move is in response to a skills deficit impacting the SA boatbuilding sector
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Robertson & Caine CEO to deliver African Boating Conference keynote
Theo Loock will provide key insights into Africa’s standing in the global boating sector