South Africa’s DOT Urges Stakeholders to Submit Feedback on Transformative Airfreight Strategy The National Department of Transport (DOT) of South Africa has issued a reminder to all stakeholders in the aviation and logistics sectors that the deadline for public submissions on the country’s draft Airfreight Strategy is fast approaching. The window for comments, which opened on 26 September 2025, will officially close on 7 November 2025. The Cabinet recently approved
Author: Constance Makungu
Emirates Lands at Dr. António Agostinho Neto Airport, Boosting Angola’s Global Connectivity
Emirates Debuts at Angola’s AIAAN Airport, Highlighting Economic Growth and Aviation Development Yesterday, Emirates Airlines landed for the first time at Dr. António Agostinho Neto International Airport (AIAAN), becoming the first foreign carrier to operate at the airport since the transition from TAAG on October 19. This milestone signals strong confidence in Angola and underscores the strategic potential of AIAAN as a catalyst for economic development and the country’s integration
Automechanika Johannesburg Marked 10th Anniversary with Powerhouse Programme at New Venue, Gallagher Convention Centre
Automechanika Johannesburg 2025 boasted a focused line-up of conferences, talks, awards, and the Alexandra Automotive Hub and Panel Discussion, which brought together leaders from across the value chain. Organised by Messe Frankfurt South Africa, the 10th anniversary edition of the largest trade fair of its kind hosted high-impact forums designed to drive innovation, standards, and collaboration. Local and global exhibitors focused on these categories: Parts & Components, Accessories & Customising,
Zambia Launches Western Corridor Transformation Project to Boost Regional Trade and Infrastructure
President Hichilema Officiates Groundbreaking of Western Corridor Road Project to Unlock Zambia’s Economic Potential His Excellency, President Hakainde Hichilema, today officiated the groundbreaking ceremony of the Western Corridor Transformation Project, marking the official start of a landmark Public-Private Partnership (PPP) initiative with Western Corridor Limited (WCL). The SPV is jointly owned by BeefCo Limited and First Quantum Minerals (FQM) Limited. The ceremony, held in Kasempa, was attended by senior government
African Development Bank Approves €217 Million to Boost Uganda–Rwanda Road Connectivity
AfDB Injects €217 Million to Complete Busega–Mpigi and Kagitumba–Kayonza–Rusumo Roads, Enhancing Uganda–Rwanda Trade The African Development Bank Group (AfDB) has approved an additional €217.37 million to complete the Multinational Busega–Mpigi and Kagitumba–Kayonza–Rusumo Roads Project, a key regional infrastructure initiative aimed at strengthening connectivity and cross-border trade between Uganda and Rwanda. The new financing will support the construction of interchanges, bridges, toll plazas, and service lanes, including the crucial Busega Interchange,
Zambia’s Tourism Minister Praises Emirates Partnership as Airline Appoints New Country Manager
Tourism Minister Rodney Sikumba Bids Farewell to Emirates Country Manager Omar Bushlaibi The Minister of Tourism, Honourable Rodney Sikumba, has officially bid farewell to the outgoing Emirates Airline Country Manager for Zambia, Mr. Omar Bushlaibi, who is set to assume a new posting in Zimbabwe. During a courtesy call, Mr. Bushlaibi expressed his heartfelt appreciation to the Government of the Republic of Zambia for its unwavering support throughout his tenure.
Angola Seeks $4.5 Billion to Build Rail Link Connecting Zambia’s Copperbelt
Angola Secures International Support for $4.5B Zambia-Lobito Rail Corridor to Boost Copper Trade Angola sought $4.5 billion in funding to construct an ambitious rail link to Zambia’s copper-rich region, Transport Minister Ricardo Viegas d’Abreu said. Italy committed $320 million to the project, while the African Development Bank pledged $500 million, d’Abreu told reporters Wednesday on the sidelines of a conference in Luanda, Angola’s capital. He also noted that the Egyptian
Tanzania Port Closure Disrupts African Copper Shipments to China
Election Unrest in Tanzania Temporarily Halts Copper Exports, Forcing Rerouting to Durban, Walvis Bay, and Beira African copper shipments to China were disrupted by the temporary closure of the Port of Dar es Salaam in Tanzania following election-related unrest. Copper traders and producers in the Central African Copperbelt sought alternative routes for their cargoes, leading to congestion at other ports, including Durban in South Africa, according to multiple market sources.
Emirates SkyCargo adds Bangkok to its freighter network
Building on the airline’s significant network expansion across East and Southeast Asia, Emirates SkyCargo has deployed a weekly freighter to Bangkok’s Suvarnabhumi Airport (BKK). Already operating the largest and most diversified route network of any non-Asian airline, the new freighter destination provides regional customers with more flexibility to move their goods worldwide, via Dubai. The cargo arm of the world’s largest international airline now serves 43 global destinations with its
Transnet to Invest R127 Billion in Rail and Port Modernization Over Five Years
Transnet unveils R127bn investment plan to modernize South Africa’s rail and port infrastructure Johannesburg — South Africa’s state-owned freight and logistics company Transnet plans to invest R127 billion over the next five years to modernize its rail network and upgrade ports, Chief Executive Michelle Phillips announced on Tuesday. Speaking at the South Africa Tomorrow Investor Conference, Phillips said R24 billion had been invested in infrastructure in the previous financial year,