ABOUT OSASA
The Ocean Sailing Association of Southern Africa (OSASA) was formed during the severe restrictions imposed worldwide by the covid-19 pandemic in 2020, following extensive negotiations with the South African Government, the OSASA team successfully negotiated entry for cruisers previously denied access into South African ports.
Subsequently the National Department of Transport Maritime section (DoT) introduced a mandatory requirement for Pre-Arrival Authorisation Notification (PAN) from ALL vessels, local and foreign, coming in from international waters and assigned the responsibility for managing this process to OSASA.
Through their online portal at www.osasa.org.za, OSASA is instrumental in facilitating the documentary requirements for DoT.
OSASA services to cruisers are to:
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Manage and constantly update the online portal for incoming vessel registration
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Manage the pre-arrival authorisation (PAN) process with the Department of Transport for incoming small vessels at the Ports of Entry
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Provide up-to-date information for cruisers on South African ports and coastal waters
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Develop and maintain a good working relationship with maritime authorities and port officials, and with local offshore yacht clubs and marinas
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Work with local offshore clubs and marinas to develop and enhance their facilities
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To encourage Government involvement in the status and tenure of yacht clubs
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