These ships particularly concern oil carriers, whose routes have been disrupted and are as of right now suspended. SAMSA has assured systems are in place to monitor and aid the ships through safe routes, managing the increase in traffic volumes.

CEO Captain Dennis Mqadi stated, “We stand fully prepared to support all vessels choosing to navigate past our coastline, thereby providing the right of innocent passage as per The United Nations Convention on the Law of the Sea.

“We remain ready to provide navigational guidance, maritime domain awareness updates, and safety information to ensure secure and efficient passage for all ships.”

Darul Ihsan Media Desk