Congo Airways, the national airline of the Democratic Republic of Congo, has officially announced its return to the skies, with the first flight scheduled for November 10, 2024. In a press release, the airline’s management expressed gratitude to the Congolese Government, the National Social Security Fund (CNSS), and the airline’s dedicated staff for their collective efforts in making this long-anticipated relaunch possible. The resumption of Congo Airways flights is a
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Zambia Airways and Motor Dealers Association Partner to Boost Regional Trade
Zambia Airways has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with the Zambia Motor Dealers Association to improve travel logistics for association members, marking a major milestone in supporting local businesses with affordable, efficient transport options. Announced at a ceremony in Lusaka, this partnership enables Zambia Airways to offer specialized flights to key regional hubs like South Africa and Tanzania, directly catering to the needs of Zambia’s motor dealers. Zambia Airways’
AFC Advances Zambia Lobito Rail Project with Angola and Zambia Concession Agreements
The Africa Finance Corporation (AFC) has achieved a major milestone in the Zambia Lobito Rail project by entering concession agreements with the governments of Angola and Zambia. The formal signing took place alongside the 79th United Nations General Assembly, with support from the U.S. G-7 Partnership for Global Infrastructure and Investment (PGI) and U.S. Secretary of State Antony Blinken. These agreements position the AFC as the lead entity for funding,
Zambia Advances Road Safety with AU Charter Ratification
Zambia has officially ratified the African Union (AU) Road Safety Charter, marking a critical step toward enhancing road safety and reducing traffic accidents. This initiative aligns with a broader African effort to address the continent’s high road fatality rates, driven by hazardous road conditions, inadequate safety protocols, and inconsistent enforcement of traffic regulations. Zambian Ambassador to Ethiopia, Rose Sakala, formally submitted the ratification on behalf of the government, underscoring the
Expert Trucks Exporting Strengthens Market and Customer Ties in Zambia
In April 2024, the team at Expert Trucks Exporting traveled from Ireland to Zambia for a two-week visit to Lusaka and Ndola. The trip aimed to strengthen relationships with existing customers and foster new connections in the Zambian market, focusing on selling Euro 5 and Euro 6 Volvo trucks. This visit provided a valuable opportunity to meet longstanding clients who have expanded their fleets with our trucks over the years.
Walvis Bay Corridor Drives Landmark 171-Ton Oxygen Plant Delivery to Zambia
The Walvis Bay Corridor Group (WBCG) has proudly overseen the transport of a massive 50-meter oxygen plant container to Solwezi, the capital of Zambia’s mineral-rich North-Western Province. Traveling along the Walvis Bay-Ndola-Lubumbashi Development Corridor, the specialized 63-meter truck carrying the 171-ton plant traversed approximately 2,900 kilometers. The oxygen plant was sourced from Malaysia and shipped through Namibia’s Port of Walvis Bay, a vital logistics hub for Southern Africa. The port
Proflight Zambia Expands Fleet with New CRJ-200 Jet, Strengthening Regional Operations
Proflight Zambia has announced the addition of a fifth Bombardier CRJ-200 passenger jet, further enhancing its position as a leading regional airline. This new acquisition underscores Proflight’s commitment to improving connectivity, operational capacity, and service excellence across Southern Africa. With the arrival of the CRJ-200, Proflight’s fleet now consists of five 50-seater Bombardier CRJ-200 passenger jets and a Bombardier CRJ-100 freighter. Eric Simukonde, Proflight’s Maintenance Manager and flight engineer for
Malawi Celebrates Milestone with Arrival of Fuel Train Following Railway Rehabilitation
Malawi has marked a significant milestone with the arrival of a fuel train in the southern region, transporting 1.2 million liters of fuel. This achievement was made possible by the extensive rehabilitation of the country’s railway line, which had fallen into disrepair over several decades. President Lazarus Chakwera, who personally oversaw the train’s arrival, hailed the event as a “great milestone” for Malawi, highlighting its potential to boost the country’s
China, Tanzania, and Zambia Sign Landmark Agreement to Modernize Rail-Sea Transport Network
In a significant boost to regional infrastructure, China, Tanzania, and Zambia have signed a memorandum of understanding (MoU) to enhance the intermodal rail-sea transportation network in East Africa. The agreement, centered on the modernization of the Tanzania-Zambia railway, was signed in Beijing during the Forum on China-Africa Cooperation (FOCAC). The event, attended by Chinese President Xi Jinping, Tanzanian President Samia Suluhu Hassan, and Zambian President Hakainde Hichilema, marks a new
Zambia Achieves Major Aviation Milestone with ICAO Audit Success
Zambia’s aviation industry has reached a significant milestone, clearing an intensive audit conducted by the International Civil Aviation Organization (ICAO). This audit, a key evaluation of a country’s adherence to international aviation safety standards, saw Zambia achieve an impressive 73.48% successful implementation rate. This result surpasses both the global average of 69.4% and the East and Southern Africa regional average of 60.71%, highlighting Zambia’s efforts to strengthen its aviation sector