Liberia is set to host the 8th Conference of the Association of African Maritime Administrations (AAMA) from September 30 to October 3, 2025, in Monrovia. The conference aims to address current challenges and explore emerging opportunities within Africa’s maritime industry.
This key international maritime gathering, held under the theme “Safeguarding Our Ocean, Promoting Decarbonization in Shipping, Exploring Africa’s Blue Economy Potential”, will serve as a platform not only for sharing knowledge and experiences but also for engaging in strategic discussions that will shape the future of Africa’s maritime sector. It will identify priorities for collaboration, partnership, capacity development, and financing, in line with the resolutions of the 7th AAMA Conference and General Assembly held in Dar es Salaam, Tanzania, in 2024.
The event will bring together African ministers, maritime administrators, international partners, the private sector, and industry leaders. Discussions will focus on promoting and enhancing maritime safety and security, protection of the marine environment, financing and governance for Africa’s blue economy, and strengthening the continent’s role in global trade.
The Commissioner/CEO of the Liberia Maritime Authority (LiMA), Cllr. Neto Zarzar Lighe Sr., described the upcoming conference as “a milestone event that will reshape Africa’s maritime future.” He added: “With Africa’s oceans and seas holding limitless potential, the 8th AAMA Conference will provide a platform for actionable solutions that align with global commitments while advancing Africa’s strategic growth as envisaged by the African Union Integrated Maritime Strategy 2050.”
AAMA is the umbrella body of governmental institutions responsible for maritime affairs across the African continent. It promotes cooperation with the view of harmonizing policies and regulations, capacity development and training, as well as the vehicle for harnessing Africa’s blue economy.