Maritime Law in South Africa

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Introduction

South African maritime law, or admiralty law, governs shipping, navigation, and commerce on the seas. The legal framework is built on the Admiralty Jurisdiction Regulation Act 105 of 1983, which confers comprehensive admiralty jurisdiction on South African courts. The law incorporates English admiralty law as it stood in 1983, subject to South African constitutional and statutory modifications. The South African Maritime Safety Authority (SAMSA) is the primary regulatory body.

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Maritime Law in South Africa

Introduction