Day 2: Session 5: Governance, Facilitation of Maritime Development and Trade in Africa

• Moderator: SG Port Management Association of Eastern and Southern Africa (PMAESA) Col. Andre Ciseau

• Presentations: • Strengthening of Maritime Governance to facilitate Infrastructure Development and Technological Innovations in Africa - Dr. Paul Adalikwu (SG -MOWCA) / Mr Daniel Kiange (SG MOESNA)

• Facilitation and Maritime Single Window – Ms Mwanaulu Issa – Maritime Organization for Eastern, Southern and Northern Africa (MOESNA)

• Strategic Discussion:
o How can Maritime Governance be further Strengthened in Africa?
o How can infrastructure be further developed to meet future challenges?
o What are the main barriers to developing maritime trade in Africa?
o How can technological advancements be leveraged for development?
o What are the key actions needed to enhance regional cooperation?

• Panellists:
• TASAC: Mr Julius Mitinje Director, Maritime Transport Regulation
• Togo: Bakai Matchonnawè (Hubert), Directeur Des Affaires Maritimes
• African Union (AU): Ms Raissa Ada Allogo, Senior Policy Transport Officer, African Union Commission.
• Outcome: o Identification of development priorities and action plans.

7th AAMA Conference and General Assembly Julius Nyerere International Convention Centre 29 November to 01 December 2024