Barthelemy Blede | ISS Africa

07 Apr 2017 / by Barthélemy Blédé

US and West Africa join forces on maritime security

Broad participation in this year’s Obangame Express shows that states recognise the value of collective action.

28 Feb 2017 / by Barthélemy Blédé

Fighting rising piracy in the Gulf of Guinea

Strategies to combat piracy already exist, but countries must navigate the pitfalls that hinder implementation.

21 Oct 2016 / by Timothy Walker and Barthélemy Blédé

Fulfilling the promise of the Lomé maritime summit

The Lomé Charter can boost Africa’s blue economies, but states must implement its provisions.

09 Aug 2016 / by Barthélemy Blédé and André Diouf

Togo's maritime challenges: Why security remains a major issue

New research shows Togo has made progress in securing its coastline, but many challenges remain.

26 Jul 2016 / by Barthélemy Blédé

Safeguarding Africa's seaports to safeguard its economies

Yesterday, 25 July, marked the African Day of Seas and Oceans. Urgent attention must be paid to how seaports can be made less porous.

15 Dec 2015 / by Barthélemy Blédé

Missing the boat? The cost of postponing the Lomé maritime summit

While speculation abounds about why the November summit was postponed, pirates continue to operate in African waters.

18 Nov 2015 / by Barthélemy Blédé, Pascaline Compaoré and André Diouf

Threats to Senegal's fishing sector: A case study from the Ziguinchor region

Senegal's fishing sector employs some 17% of the population, but illegal fishing poses a major threat. This report offers in-depth analysis and recommendations.

17 Nov 2015 / by Barthélemy Blédé, André Diouf and Pascaline Compaoré

How can Senegal combat illegal fishing?

Senegal's once-abundant fish stocks have attracted a spate of illegal activities, at a great cost to the country and local communities.

24 Sep 2015 / by Barthélemy Blédé and André Diouf

World Maritime Day: Senegal, here's your chance

World Maritime Day is a crucial opportunity for Senegal to review the major issues and challenges surrounding maritime education.

14 Aug 2015 / by Barthélemy Blédé

West Africa mobilises against maritime insecurity

Recent activities by ECOWAS member states point to the region's determination to curb maritime insecurity.

24 Jun 2015 / by Barthélemy Blédé

Building brighter prospects for Africa's seafarers

Tomorrow is International Day of the Seafarer, an opportune time for Gulf of Guinea states to review the shortfalls in their maritime transport systems.

08 Jun 2015 / by Barthélemy Blédé, Fatimata Ouédraogo and Ousmane Aly Diallo

Benin's maritime security challenges in the Gulf of Guinea

Once a target for pirates, Benin is now implementing structural solutions that will restore the confidence of maritime operators.