Youth Innovation Challenge Moves into Business Plan Development Phase
The Marine Youth Innovation Challenge has advanced to the next phase of the competition with a Business Plan Development Workshop. The workshop was hosted at the Durban University of Technology Innobiz – Centre for Entrepreneurship and Innovation and focused on guiding participants through the process of developing practical and sustainable business plans to support their […]
Phase 3 of Innovation Challenge Kicks Off with Design Thinking Workshop
The third phase of the Marine Youth Innovation Challenge commenced with a dynamic Design Thinking Workshop hosted by the Moses Kotane Research Institute, equipping participants with the tools to develop innovative, market-ready solutions within the maritime sector. The Challenge entails candidates who were tasked with developing practical solutions that address some of the most pressing […]
EMC Partners with Moses Kotane Research Institute in Maritime Skills Development Initiative
The eThekwini Maritime Cluster attended the Maritime Training Programme: Beneficiaries Workshop and Maritime Industry Engagement hosted by the Moses Kotane Research Institute (MKRI), which brought together key stakeholders and programme participants to strengthen maritime skills development and share insights into career and funding opportunities within the sector. The workshop provided an important platform for maritime […]
Top Learners, Schools Honoured at KZN Maritime Economics Awards
Top-performing schools, learners, and educators were honoured at the 2025 KwaZulu-Natal Maritime Economics High School Awards, held at the Maritime School of Excellence. The awards recognised excellence in achieving the highest results in Maritime Economics across the province. The distinguished schools included Sibusisiwe Comprehensive Technical High School, which achieved a 100% pass rate; Mowat Park […]
Maritime Educators Gain First-Hand Insight at Durban Container Terminal
The eThekwini Maritime Cluster, in partnership with Transnet Port Terminals and the KwaZulu-Natal Department of Education, recently hosted a teachers’ workshop followed by a site visit at Pier 1 of the Durban Container Terminal. The initiative was designed to provide Maritime Economics educators with practical, real-world insight into port and terminal operations – a key […]
Meet Zanele Mthembu: A Young Officer Navigating Her Way at Sea
At just 25 years old, Zanele Mthembu is charting a confident course in the maritime industry as a Navigation Officer on an internationally trading Oil and Chemical Tanker. Born and raised in Durban as the youngest of seven children, Zanele says her upbringing shaped her resilience early on. “Growing up in a large family taught […]
Marine Youth Innovation Challenge Advances with Educational Site Visit
The Marine Youth Innovation Challenge reached an exciting milestone today as participating young entrepreneurs advanced to the next stage of the competition through a site visit and exposure tour at uShaka Marine World in Durban. The tour was led by Nomfundo Buthelezi, Course Co-ordinator, and Sbahle Maphumulo, Education and Outreach Co-ordinator from the South African […]
Graduates Prepare for Maritime and Logistics Internships Through Work Readiness Programme
A group of eleven graduates, selected from dozens of hopeful applicants, gathered at leading logistics company, Access World’s boardroom to participate in a work readiness programme led by the eThekwini Maritime Cluster (EMC). The programme forms part of EMC’s ongoing commitment to developing skills and preparing young professionals for successful careers within the maritime and […]
Maritime Youth Innovation Challenge Launches in Durban
The Maritime Youth Innovation Challenge officially launched at the Royal Natal Yacht Club in Durban, bringing together young innovators with bold ideas aimed at shaping a more sustainable ocean economy. The launch marked the beginning of an exciting programme that places youth at the centre of maritime innovation. A total of 12 shortlisted candidates, six […]
EMC Gears Up for 4th Annual Golf Day
The eThekwini Maritime Cluster (EMC) is set to host its 4th Annual Golf Day on 29 May 2026, bringing together maritime industry leaders, partners, and stakeholders for a day of networking, collaboration, and friendly sporting competition. Taking place at the prestigious Cotswold Downs Golf and Country Estate, the event will provide a unique platform for meaningful […]