Emirates Orders 65 Boeing 777-9 Aircraft Worth $38 Billion, Expands Boeing 777X Fleet to 270 Emirates, the world’s largest international airline, has announced a major purchase of 65 additional Boeing 777-9 aircraft, powered by GE9X engines, in a deal valued at US$38 billion at list prices. The announcement was made on the opening day of the Dubai Airshow 2025, marking one of the show’s most significant orders. This latest agreement
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Emirates Expands Nairobi Operations With Third Daily Flight From March 2026
Emirates to Launch Third Daily Dubai–Nairobi Flight in 2026, Boosting Connectivity and Cargo Capacity Emirates will introduce a third daily flight on the Dubai–Nairobi route starting 1 March 2026, marking a major milestone as the airline celebrates 30 years of service in Kenya. The additional frequency will increase weekly flights to 21, offering greater connectivity to Dubai and Emirates’ global network of nearly 150 destinations. The new service will feature
TAZARA Revitalisation Set to Safeguard Zambia’s Road Infrastructure
Zambia Plans Major Cargo Shift to Rail as Part of TAZARA Rehabilitation Strategy Transport and Logistics Minister Frank Tayali says the ongoing revitalisation of the Tanzania–Zambia Railway Authority (TAZARA) will significantly reduce the volume of heavy cargo transported by road, helping preserve the country’s road infrastructure. Speaking in the National Assembly in response to a question from Shiwang’andu Member of Parliament Stephen Kampyongo, Mr. Tayali explained that heavy cargo is
EU Commits €50 Million to Rehabilitate Zambia’s Livingstone–Ndola Railway
EU Funds Livingstone–Ndola Railway Rehabilitation to Boost Zambia’s Regional Trade and Mining Logistics The European Union has committed €50 million to rehabilitate the railway line from Livingstone to Ndola, a major investment expected to strengthen regional trade corridors and reduce transport costs across Zambia and Southern Africa. The announcement followed a tour of the Ngwerere–Lusaka rail section by European Commissioner for International Partnerships Jozef Sikela, who reiterated the EU’s long-standing
EU Strengthens Support for Lobito Corridor to Boost Zambia’s Trade and Industrial Growth
EU, Sweden, Finland, and Czech Republic Back Zambia’s Lobito Corridor to Drive Regional Trade and Economic Transformation The European Union (EU) has reaffirmed its commitment to supporting the Lobito Corridor project, citing its potential to enhance regional connectivity, trade, and economic growth across Southern Africa. Speaking during the official opening of the EU–Zambia Lobito Corridor Business Forum in Chongwe, Swedish Director General for Trade Policy at the Ministry of Foreign
MSC Halts Cargo Shipments to Mali Amid Rising Insecurity and Fuel Blockade
MSC Suspends All Cargo Services to Mali as Al-Qaeda-Linked Blockade Deepens Fuel and Security Crisis The world’s largest shipping company, Mediterranean Shipping Company (MSC), has announced the suspension of all cargo bookings and overland transport to Mali, citing escalating insecurity and a worsening fuel crisis triggered by militant blockades. The Swiss-based logistics giant said that growing security risks along key transport routes and a severe fuel shortage have made it
Tanzania Political Unrest Disrupts Kenyan Trade at Border
Tanzania Protests After 2025 Election Stall Kenyan Trade, Cross-Border Boda Boda Operations Halted The recent political unrest in Tanzania is beginning to impact trade, with Kenyan business activities facing significant disruptions. Protests following Tanzania’s 2025 presidential election have spilled over into commerce, leaving many Kenyan traders unable to conduct business across the border. Tanzanian security forces have increased their presence at the Taveta-Holili border, complicating movement for Kenyan traders and
Zambia Strengthens Ties with European Investment Bank to Accelerate Lobito Corridor Development
Zambia and EIB Deepen Cooperation to Boost Investment in the Lobito Corridor and Drive Regional Trade Growth Zambia has intensified its engagement with multilateral development partners, as Finance and National Planning Minister Dr. Situmbeko Musokotwane met with European Investment Bank (EIB) Vice President Karl Nehammer ahead of the Zambia–EU Lobito Corridor Business Forum, scheduled for 13–14 November in Lusaka. The high-level bilateral talks focused on unlocking new investment opportunities along
DP World Launches New Jebel Ali–Berbera Shipping Route to Boost Gulf–East Africa Trade
DP World Opens Jebel Ali–Berbera Maritime Corridor, Strengthening UAE–Somaliland and East Africa Trade Links A new strategic shipping service linking Jebel Ali Port in the United Arab Emirates (UAE) with Berbera Port in Somaliland has officially become operational, APA reported on Friday. Launched by DP World, the new Jebel Ali–Berbera maritime route is designed to enhance trade connectivity between Gulf Arab states and East Africa, offering a faster, more efficient
Mozambique Aims to Boost Logistics Contribution to 20% of GDP by 2027
Mozambique Targets Logistics Growth Through Port, Rail, and Road Upgrades to Become Southern Africa Trade Hub. The Mozambican government has unveiled plans to increase the logistics sector’s contribution to the national economy from 8% to 20% by 2027, driven by significant investments in ports, rail, and road infrastructure. Officials say Mozambique’s strategic location and transport corridors could make logistics a key driver of economic growth in the coming years. Fernando