# The Impact of Technology on Port Operations: Enhancing Efficiency and Security in Nigerian Ports ## Abstract Today’s smart ports and terminals are adopting new technologies — remote operations, autonomous systems, and integrated information and communications platforms — to better track and monitor ships, expedite deliveries, manage warehousing, and streamline customs processes. The goal is […]
An analysis of the impact of pollution on Congo’s fishing industry # **An Unprecedented Environmental and Human Disaster: Pollution in the Congo River** ## **Introduction** Water and air, the two essential fluids on which all life depends, have become global garbage cans. ~ Jacques Yves Cousteau Historically known as Zaire, the **Congo River** is the […]
An analysis of the challenges facing Angola’s maritime industry # **Challenges Facing Angola’s Maritime Industry** ## **Introduction** Angola, with its 1600 km Atlantic Ocean coastline, offers solid medium to long-term potential for maritime transportation and fisheries development. The government’s 2018-2022 national development plan prioritizes these sectors to advance economic diversification, generate employment opportunities, and expand […]
**An Analysis of Safety and Security Measures in Cameroon’s Maritime Industry** The maritime industry in Cameroon plays a crucial role in the country’s economy, contributing approximately **3%** of its **US$39 billion gross domestic product (GDP)** in 2019. However, this sector faces significant challenges related to safety and security. In this research essay, we will delve […]
The Impact of Climate Change on Equatorial Guinea’s Maritime Industry Equatorial Guinea, located on the west coast of Central Africa, has a small coastline along the Gulf of Guinea. However, the maritime industry plays an important role in the country’s economy. Fishing and shipping industries contribute to economic activity and food security. Changes in climate […]
An analysis of the impact of piracy on Liberia’s fishing industry Liberia, a nation on the West African coast, boasts a rich maritime heritage and a coastline teeming with diverse fish species. However, this very resource presents a challenge – its vulnerability to illegal, unreported, and unregulated (IUU) fishing, often perpetrated by pirates. This essay […]
The Impact of Maritime Transport on West African Food Security West Africa, a region encompassing 16 countries along the Atlantic coast, faces significant challenges in ensuring food security for its growing population. While the region boasts fertile land and diverse agricultural resources, numerous factors contribute to food insecurity, including climate change, conflict, and inadequate infrastructure. […]
Evaluating maritime safety policies and regulations in the Red Sea region to identify gaps and recommend improvements This vital waterway, along with the **Gulf of Aden**, constitutes one of the world’s major shipping routes. While these waters facilitate global trade, they also hold immense potential for development and prosperity in the countries bordering them. However, […]
Marine Transportation’s History The history of marine transportation Marine transportation has been a cornerstone of global trade since antiquity, shaping civilizations and fostering interconnectedness across continents. This comprehensive review delves into the rich tapestry of maritime history, tracing its evolution through epochal milestones while highlighting recent advancements and future prospects. Early Navigation: From Rafts to […]
Topic Title: The Enforcement of Maritime Law in Developing Countries Maritime law, a specialized branch of international law, governs the conduct of ships, navigation, and maritime trade. Developing countries, with their unique socio-economic contexts, face distinct challenges in enforcing maritime law. This paper explores the complexities of maritime law enforcement in these nations, focusing on […]
A comparative study on port integration in different areas in China Port integration is a strategy that aims to enhance the efficiency, competitiveness and sustainability of ports by fostering cooperation and coordination among them. Port integration can take various forms, such as mergers, joint ventures, alliances, or functional integration. Port integration can also occur at […]
Tailoring the Approach: Optimizing Hourly Rounding Strategies for Different Patient Populations and Fall Risk Factors In the delicate dance of hospital care, striking a balance between patient safety and resource optimization remains a continuous pursuit. Hourly rounding, a cornerstone practice involving regular patient assessments by nurses, offers a crucial opportunity to address immediate needs and […]
How can you separate religion from spirituality? Religion and spirituality are often conflated, but they are not the same thing. Religion is a system of beliefs, practices, rituals, and institutions that are based on a specific doctrine or creed. Spirituality is a broader concept that refers to the connection with something transcendent, sacred, or divine, […]
From the standpoint of social psychology, religion and the individual Social psychology is the scientific study of how people think, feel, and behave in social situations. It examines the role of social factors, such as norms, attitudes, beliefs, and values, in influencing human behavior. One of the topics that social psychology explores is the relationship […]
Sacrifice’s Importance in Religious Practices Sacrifice is a religious rite in which an object is offered to a divinity in order to establish, maintain, or restore a right relationship of a human being to the sacred order. It is a complex phenomenon that has been found in the earliest known forms of worship and in […]
