The UN Trade and Development (UNCTAD) has highlighted the crucial role that ports can play in driving the development of the green hydrogen economy in Africa. African countries are increasingly focusing on transitioning from fossil fuels to renewable energy sources, with green hydrogen emerging as a key component of their energy mix. The unique geographical advantages of coastal countries in Africa, coupled with the availability of renewable energy resources, make them ideal candidates for green hydrogen production and export. The report emphasizes the significant potential for ports to serve as energy hubs and industrial zones for renewable energy generation and green hydrogen production. Noteworthy collaborations between companies such as Cepsa, Sonatrach, VNG, TotalEnergies, and EREN are further propelling the green hydrogen agenda, with a particular focus on imports and exports between Africa and Europe. UNCTAD also underscores the importance of investment in import and export terminals, as well as the development of refueling stations and pipelines for efficient hydrogen transportation. The formation of alliances like the African Green Hydrogen Alliance, comprising countries like Egypt, Kenya, Mauritania, Morocco, Namibia, and South Africa, signals a collective effort towards promoting green hydrogen use and trade within the region. Moreover, the Global South, including African nations, is recognized as a promising market for green fuels, with the potential to supply environmentally friendly energy to the Global North. Initiatives like green shipping corridors are paving the way for sustainable maritime decarbonization, with the webinar organized by the Mærsk Mc-Kinney Møller Center highlighting the transformative role that regions in the Global South can play in the shift towards green energy. With strategic investments and concerted efforts, Africa is poised to emerge as a key player in the global green hydrogen market, contributing significantly to the decarbonization of the maritime sector and beyond.