African Maritime Council

Connecting Maritime Voices. Advancing African Interests.

 

Navigating Africa’s Maritime Future Together

Empowering regional maritime economies, strengthening compliance, and promoting sustainable ocean governance across the continent.

 

Uniting Africa’s Maritime Voice on the Global Stage

From ports to policies, we champion collaboration, innovation, and opportunity in the African maritime sector.

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Vision

  To be Africa’s leading maritime voice—championing innovation, unity, and leadership in global ocean affairs.

Mission

• Driving inclusive and sustainable maritime growth through strategic advocacy, investment facilitation, & innovation
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The African Maritime Council is committed to uniting stakeholders across the continent to drive sustainable growth, innovation, and collaboration in the maritime and blue economy sectors.

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We serve as a strategic platform for advocacy, policy development, capacity building, and industry partnerships —

Connecting Maritime Voices. Advancing African Interests

Empowering Africa to harness its vast ocean resources for economic transformation, security, and global competitiveness.

Latest News/Posts

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December 4, 2025

EU Pledges €12M for West and Central Africa Ports and Corridors

The European Union (EU) officially launched the SCOPE Africa program in Lomé. This regional initiative, Securing Corridors, Ports and Exchanges in Western and Central Africa, provides 12 million euros (around…
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December 3, 2025

NORDEN Acquires Taylor Maritime Cargo Unit

Global shipping company NORDEN has expanded its presence in Africa by purchasing Taylor Maritime’s Southern African cargo operations, formerly run under the IVS name. The acquisition brings the Durban parcelling…
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December 2, 2025

IMO–Korea project to strengthen Gulf of Guinea security

The International Maritime Organization and the Republic of Korea are rolling out the SMART C Maritime Security and Counter Piracy project to help Gulf of Guinea coastal states improve how…