Corredor Logístico de Maputo (CLM) has selected the Agility Logistics Park in Maputo as the site for its new logistics terminal, office, and distribution center—a significant step forward for Mozambique’s logistics infrastructure and supply chain capacity. The upcoming CLM terminal will cover 7,000 square meters within the Agility Logistics Park, a modern, secure facility featuring world-class warehousing built to international standards. Once operational, the terminal will process over 50,000 tonnes
Category: Southern Africa
Durban Container Terminal Upgrades Crane Fleet to Boost Peak Season Performance
The Durban Container Terminal (DCT) Pier 2 has received components for the first two of four new ship-to-shore cranes, arriving just in time to enhance container handling capacity ahead of the busy Christmas season. As part of a broader effort to modernize its cargo handling operations, DCT Pier 2 is upgrading its fleet with advanced equipment under long-term purchase and maintenance contracts. “Our South Quay has faced significant pressure due
Impending Transnet Strike Threatens to Disrupt South African Cargo Movement
Shippers across South Africa have been advised to brace for widespread disruptions in cargo movement due to planned strike action by the United National Transport Union (Untu), the largest labour body representing workers at state-owned logistics company Transnet. In a logistics advisory to clients, freight forwarder Heneways warned that the industrial action could significantly impact national freight and logistics operations. The notice outlined several likely consequences, including: Delays in cargo
New Border Measures Ease Delays for Dangerous Goods and FMCG Transporters at Groblersbrug
Intervention by South Africa’s Border Management Authority (BMA) at the Groblersbrug Border Post with Botswana is beginning to show positive results, especially for transporters of dangerous goods (DG) and fast-moving consumer goods (FMCG). This comes after tanker drivers and FMCG transporters reported major delays at the DG truck park near the border control zone. One fuel carrier told the Transit Assistance Bureau (Transist) that trucks were stuck for days, despite
Transnet and Grindrod Partner on R285 Million Container Hub to Boost Richards Bay Port
The Transnet National Ports Authority (TNPA) has signed an agreement with the Grindrod Eyamakhosi Joint Venture to develop and operate a new container handling facility at the Port of Richards Bay. The R285 million investment, located in the Bayvue precinct, is expected to quadruple the port’s container handling capacity—from 50,000 to 200,000 twenty-foot equivalent units (TEUs) annually. In addition to enhancing cargo throughput, the project is a key part of
Lobito Corridor Platform Launched to Drive $1 Billion Investment in African Growth
The Angola Sovereign Wealth Fund (FSDEA), in partnership with entrepreneur Haim Taib — Founder of the international firm Mitrelli and the Menomadin Group — has launched a $1 billion investment initiative to accelerate development along the Lobito Corridor. This vital trade route spans Angola, Zambia, and the Democratic Republic of the Congo (DRC). The new initiative, named the Lobito Corridor Impact Development (LCID) platform, will operate as an independent investment
Zambia and China Deepen Ties with Strategic Dry Port Project in Kapiri Mposhi
Zambia’s Minister of Transport and Logistics, Hon. Museba Frank Tayali, has held a high-level meeting with a delegation from the People’s Republic of China to advance the development of a strategic dry port in Kapiri Mposhi, Central Province. The meeting, held at the Ministry’s headquarters in Lusaka, included Erkin Tuniyaz, Governor of China’s Xinjiang Uyghur Autonomous Region. Hon. Tayali expressed appreciation for China’s ongoing support for Zambia’s economic growth, particularly
Zamcargo Declares First-Ever Dividend as IDC Hails Company’s Turnaround Strategy
The Industrial Development Corporation (IDC) has commended Zamcargo for declaring its first-ever dividend of K4.2 million, marking a major milestone in the company’s growth and performance. IDC Chief Executive Officer, Cornwell Muleya, applauded Zamcargo’s board and management for their strong performance over the past two years, which led to this historic payout. “It’s a great pleasure to receive this return on the investment that Zambia has made through IDC, on
Zambia Railways Seeks Strategic Rail Partnerships at Africa Rail Conference
Zambia Railways Limited (ZRL) has hailed the ongoing Africa Rail Conference in Johannesburg as a valuable platform to engage with key industry players and forge strategic partnerships aimed at strengthening Zambia’s railway system. ZRL Managing Director, Eng. Cuthbert Malindi, speaking from the conference, said the Zambian delegation is actively involved in high-level discussions and networking sessions with global stakeholders. He emphasized that a robust and efficient rail network is essential
U.S. Commits $6 Billion to Boost Southern Africa’s Lobito Corridor
The United States has announced the mobilization of nearly $6 billion to support the development of the Lobito Corridor—a key transport infrastructure project linking Angola, the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC), and Zambia. The announcement was made on Saturday, May 10, 2025, by the U.S. State Department via its official account on the social platform X (formerly Twitter). The funding is designated for the development and construction of the Lobito