The Mozambican rail-port system transported around 26.6 million net tons in 2023 throughout the country, an increase of around 8% compared to the previous period. On the lines operated by the public company Portos e Caminhos de Ferro de Moçambique (CFM), cargo transportation also grew, reaching around 12.4 million net tons. Although the increase is more modest, only 1% compared to 2023, it reflects the continued activity and importance of
Category: Central Africa
Lobito Corridor Master Plan brings together Government and partners on Thursday
Members of the Government, businesspeople, international partners and experts will work together on the basis for preparing the Master Plan for the Lobito Corridor, also known as the Benguela Railway, during a “workshop” to be held on Thursday. fair. According to information that JA Online had access to today, the mapping of infrastructure gaps, the design and importance of public-private partnerships along the Lobito Corridor are some topics that will
Confronting the China Challenge in Africa: The Lobito Corridor
The Lobito Corridor project in Africa is a significant infrastructure initiative aimed at creating a vital trade route. It seeks to connect the mineral-rich Democratic Republic of the Congo (“DRC”) and Zambia to Angola’s Atlantic coast port city of Lobito. This project holds particular interest for some Western nations, potentially serving as a counterpoint to China’s expansive Belt and Road Initiative (“BRI”). China remains a dominant economic force in Africa,
Zambia Calls for Railway Sector Investment to Boost Regional Connectivity
Zambia’s Transport and Logistics Minister, Frank Tayali, is advocating for increased investment in the country’s railway sector, aiming to modernize and enhance connectivity both domestically and across borders. Tayali’s call for action follows the recent Third Zambia Land-linked Conference and Exhibition in Indaba, where the crucial role of robust transport infrastructure in regional economic development was underscored. Highlighting the significance of revitalizing the railway system, Minister Tayali emphasized Zambia’s ambition
Zambia Eyes “Once-in-a-Lifetime” Opportunity with Angolan Rail Link
President Hakainde Hichilema foresees a significant economic shift for Zambia, with a US-backed project poised to link the nation’s copper mines to Angola’s port of Lobito, offering unprecedented opportunities. This ambitious initiative, supported by global powers like the US, EU, and G7, aims to establish the Lobito Corridor, a transformative railway network spanning Zambia and Angola. The Lobito Corridor project promises to revolutionize transit times for mining supplies and exports,
Zambia and Botswana Establish Kazungula Bridge Authority to Promote Regional Integration
The recent establishment of the Kazungula Bridge Authority (KBA) through a bilateral agreement between Zambia and Botswana marks a significant milestone in promoting regional commerce and integration in Southern Africa. This agreement, finalized during the latest Kazungula Bridge project Joint Ministerial Committee meeting in Gaborone, Botswana, outlines the composition and functions of the KBA, tasked with overseeing the vital Kazungula Bridge and its associated One-Stop Border Posts (OSBPs). The KBA,
World Bank Grants Transform Tanzania-Zambia Trade Corridor
The World Bank has allocated $270 million in grants to Tanzania and Zambia to bolster commercial and transportation ties between the two countries. This funding, part of the six-year Transport Corridors for Economic Resilience project, aims to enhance the effectiveness, accessibility, and climate resilience of key regional trade routes in eastern and southern Africa. Focused primarily on the Dar es Salaam corridor, a critical route facilitating trade between Tanzania and
Tanzania Ports Authority Slashes Fees, Boosting Zambia Trade
The Tanzania Ports Authority (TPA) recently announced a significant reduction in wharfage rates for containerized cargo bound for Zambia, cutting costs by over 50%. This move, confirmed by Zambia’s Ministry of Transport and Logistics on April 6, 2024, is poised to greatly enhance the ease of doing business in Zambia. The lowered port charges at key Tanzanian ports such as Dar es Salaam, Tanga, and Mtwara mark a pivotal step
UK Invests £9.1M to Upgrade Nakonde Border Post
Zambia’s aspiration to emerge as a pivotal regional transport and logistics hub received a substantial boost of £9.1 million (approximately $11.3 million USD) from the United Kingdom, aimed at modernizing the Nakonde One Stop border post, a vital conduit for trade between Zambia and neighboring Tanzania. Minister of Transport and Logistics, Frank Tayali, conveyed the government’s enthusiastic endorsement of the project, emphasizing its potential to enhance trade with Tanzania and
Aviation Partnership Between Mozambique and Angola Sets New Flight Paths
Mozambican and Angolan aviation authorities forged a partnership last week aimed at expanding flight destinations to meet growing demand and foster economic development between the two nations. João de Abreu, President of the Mozambique Civil Aviation Institute (IACM), revealed that the memorandum empowers Linhas Aéreas de Moçambique (LAM) and Linhas Aéreas de Angola (TAAG) to extend their flight networks beyond Luanda and explore additional provincial capitals. Abreu emphasized reciprocal freedom,