Durban Gateway Terminal Crisis Deepens as Freight Forwarders Call for Urgent Intervention South Africa’s freight industry has raised concerns over worsening operational problems at Durban Gateway Terminal (DGT), warning that congestion, equipment shortages and system disruptions are restricting cargo movement through the Port of Durban. The South African Association of Freight Forwarders (SAAFF) has described the situation as an operational crisis and escalated the matter to the Presidency, saying the
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Tanzania Expands Mtwara Port to Capture Regional Trade from Zambia, Malawi and DRC
Tanzania Expands Mtwara Port to Target Zambia, Malawi and DRC Regional Trade Tanzania is expanding Mtwara Port as it seeks to attract a larger share of regional cargo serving Malawi, Zambia, Mozambique, Zimbabwe and parts of the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC). A new 300-metre berth is being constructed at Kisiwa Mpangawe, also known as Kisiwa Mgao, near Mtwara. The facility will have a depth of 15 metres, allowing it
Saudi Arabia Eyes 25-Year Cape Town Port Concession as Gulf Investment Expands
Saudi Arabia’s RSGT Considers 25-Year Cape Town Port Concession as Gulf Investment in Africa Grows Saudi Arabian port operator Red Sea Gateway Terminal (RSGT) is considering a bid for a 25-year concession to refurbish and operate a terminal at the Port of Cape Town, highlighting growing Gulf interest in Africa’s logistics and transport infrastructure. South Africa’s Transnet National Ports Authority (TNPA) is seeking a private operator for the Duncan Dock
Mombasa Port Expansion to Boost Cargo Capacity as Hapag-Lloyd Targets East African Growth
Mombasa Port Expansion Adds Capacity as Hapag-Lloyd Targets Growth Across East Africa Kenya is accelerating expansion and modernisation at the Port of Mombasa as rising cargo volumes increase pressure on existing infrastructure and shipping lines strengthen their presence in East Africa. The port handled a record 45.45 million tonnes of cargo in 2025, up 10.9% from 40.99 million tonnes in 2024. Container traffic also increased to about 2.11 million TEUs,
MSC Launches Weekly Service to Nigeria’s Lekki Port
MSC Launches Weekly Feeder Service to Lekki Port, Strengthening Nigeria’s Global Trade Links Mediterranean Shipping Company (MSC), the world’s largest container shipping line, has launched a new weekly service to Nigeria’s Lekki Port, strengthening the port’s connection to regional and international trade networks. The new service operates through a feeder connection with Lomé, Togo, linking Lekki with other major Nigerian ports, including Apapa and Tin Can Island. The weekly schedule
Kenya Ports Authority Tests Maritime Emergency Response at Port of Mombasa
KPA Strengthens Maritime Emergency Readiness with Full-Scale Mombasa Port Drill The Kenya Ports Authority (KPA) has concluded a week-long maritime safety programme with a full-scale emergency drill at the Port of Mombasa, testing its preparedness to respond to maritime incidents. The exercise assessed firefighting, evacuation, communication and coordination between KPA personnel, emergency responders and government agencies. Led by Capt. Moses Muthama, KPA’s Manager for Marine Operations, Maintenance and Hydrography, the
Lobito Port Handles 931,000 Tonnes of Cargo as Regional Trade Gains Momentum
Lobito Port Moves 931,000 Tonnes of Cargo in First Half of 2026, Strengthening Angola’s Regional Trade Role The Port of Lobito handled 931,000 tonnes of cargo during the first half of 2026, highlighting its growing importance as a strategic logistics gateway for Angola and the wider region. During the period, the port received 177 vessels, with the volume of cargo handled reflecting continued activity across Angola’s maritime and logistics sectors.
Chinese-Backed $900 Million Port Investment Expands Africa’s Infrastructure Drive
Another African Country Secures $900 Million Chinese-Backed Port Project to Boost Trade and Logistics A new $900 million Chinese-backed port investment is set to strengthen Africa’s trade infrastructure, highlighting the growing role of international partnerships in expanding logistics networks across the continent. The project forms part of a broader wave of port developments aimed at improving maritime connectivity, increasing trade capacity and supporting economic growth as African countries seek to
Dar es Salaam Port Reduces Vehicle Cargo Handling Times by Over 90%
DP World-Led Improvements Cut Vehicle Discharge Times at Tanzania’s Dar es Salaam Port The Port of Dar es Salaam has reduced vehicle cargo discharge times by more than 90% following operational improvements at its main multipurpose terminal, according to operator DP World. Since DP World began operating Terminal 1 under a 30-year concession agreement in April 2024, discharge times for vehicle cargo have dropped from more than 300 hours to
Cape Town Port Fuel Supplies Remain Stable Despite Middle East Tensions
Port of Cape Town Bunkering Unaffected as Fuel Supplies Stay Stable Amid Middle East Crisis Bunkering operations at the Port of Cape Town have continued without interruption despite recent geopolitical tensions in the Middle East, with diesel and fuel oil supplies remaining stable, according to the Port Liaison Forum (PLF). PLF Chairperson Terry Gale, whose organisation operates under the Cape Chamber of Commerce, said vessels calling at the port have