Women too have a place to navigate development in the maritime sector

Emma Seline Akinyi Okello, a member of the Women in Maritime East and South Africa Association (WOMESA).

Today marks World Maritime day.  This day is set aside to focus attention on the importance of shipping safety, maritime security and safeguarding the marine environment. The world body International Maritime Organisation (IMO) initiated the commemoration.

This year’s theme “Empowering Women in the Maritime Community", could not have come at a better time when Kenya has made tremendous strides towards incorporating women in leadership positions in the marine sector.