Emirates SkyCargo Launches Weekly Freighter Flights to Liege, Boosting Europe-Asia Trade Emirates SkyCargo has added Liege, Belgium, to its global freighter network, marking its first new freighter destination of 2026 as the airline pursues further network expansion this year. The cargo division of Emirates Airline will operate five scheduled freighter flights per week to Liege Airport, following several years of strong demand that had previously been met with ad hoc
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Tanzania Opens 49km Mbeya Bypass to Boost Regional Trade and Safety
Tanzania Completes 49km Mbeya Bypass, Improving Safety and Trade on the Tanzam Highway For decades, the Tanzam Highway has been the key economic artery linking the Port of Dar es Salaam to landlocked Southern African markets. However, the stretch through Mbeya City—especially the steep and hazardous Mlima Nyoka—has long been a major bottleneck. In 2026, Tanzania has addressed this challenge with the launch of a 48.9-kilometre bypass designed to streamline
Global Investment in the Lobito Corridor Surpasses $6 Billion
Lobito Corridor Attracts Over $6 Billion as Global Investors Back Africa’s Critical Minerals Route International investor momentum behind the Lobito Corridor continues to strengthen, with global financial commitments to the strategic regional infrastructure project now exceeding USD 6 billion. Linking the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC), Angola, and Zambia to international markets via Angola’s Port of Lobito, the corridor is increasingly regarded as a cornerstone of Africa’s critical minerals supply
DRC and Zambia Commit to Strengthened Border Security Cooperation
DRC–Zambia Defence and Security Commission Concludes in Lubumbashi, Pledges Stronger Border Crime Cooperation The 14th Session of the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC)–Zambia Joint Permanent Commission on Defence and Security has concluded in Lubumbashi, with both countries reaffirming their commitment to enhanced cooperation in combating crime and strengthening security along their shared border. Leading the Zambian delegation, Minister of Defence Hon. Ambrose Lwiji Lufuma, MP, underscored the importance of regional
Zambia Urges Enhanced Security for Truck Drivers Following Attacks in DRC
Zambia Calls for Urgent Action on Safety of Truck Drivers Facing Threats Along DRC Transport Routes The Government of the Republic of Zambia has expressed deep concern over rising security threats faced by Zambian truck drivers operating in the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC), citing reports of harassment, intimidation, and violent attacks along key transport corridors. In a government communiqué issued by Minister of Defence Hon. Ambrose Lwiji Lufuma, MP,
Lekki Deep Sea Port Emerges as Nigeria’s Fastest-Growing Trade Hub
Lekki Deep Sea Port Handles $9.3 Billion in Trade, Cementing Status as Nigeria’s Second-Largest Port Nigeria’s Lekki Deep Sea Port has recorded approximately 13.46 trillion naira in combined imports and exports over the first nine months of 2025, equivalent to around $9.3 billion at current exchange rates. This achievement positions the port as the country’s second-largest in trade value, a remarkable feat for a facility that only began commercial operations
DRC Joins Nacala Rail Corridor Expansion to Boost Regional Trade
DR Congo Signs Agreement to Extend Nacala Railway, Enhancing Trade Connectivity Across Southern Africa On December 19, 2025, the Democratic Republic of Congo (DR Congo) signed a ministerial declaration with Mozambique, Malawi, and Zambia to extend the Nacala railway corridor to Congolese borders, granting the country rail access to the Indian Ocean via Mozambique’s port of Nacala. The project envisions an integrated rail network spanning approximately 2,400 kilometers, linking Chipata
Zambia Strengthens Commitment to Lobito Corridor
Zambia Reaffirms Support for Lobito Corridor to Enhance Trade, Infrastructure, and Regional Integration Zambia has reaffirmed its strong commitment to the Lobito Corridor following an official visit by its Ambassador to Angola, His Excellency Rev. Dr. Elias Munshya, to the Port of Lobito in Benguela Province. The visit underscores Zambia’s ongoing efforts to strengthen cooperation along this strategic regional infrastructure initiative linking Angola, Zambia, and the Democratic Republic of the
Ethiopian Airlines Launches Construction of Africa’s Largest Airport in Bishoftu
Ethiopian Airlines Begins $12.5 Billion Bishoftu Airport Project, Set to Become Africa’s Largest Aviation Hub by 2030 Ethiopian Airlines has officially launched construction of a new $12.5 billion international airport, a landmark infrastructure project set to become the largest aviation hub in Africa upon its completion in 2030. The state-owned carrier broke ground on the project on Saturday in Bishoftu, approximately 45 kilometres south-east of Addis Ababa. The Bishoftu International
AFC Secures Landmark Financing for Angola’s Lobito Atlantic Railway
AFC Signs $753 Million Financing Deal to Advance Lobito Atlantic Railway Corridor in Angola Africa Finance Corporation (AFC) has announced the signing of key financing agreements for the Lobito Atlantic Railway Project in Angola, marking a major milestone for one of Southern Africa’s most strategic transport corridors. AFC, working alongside Eaglestone, acted as Co-Financial Adviser to Lobito Atlantic Railway S.A. (LAR), the concessionaire responsible for rehabilitating, upgrading, and operating the