Transnet Seeks Private Partners to Boost Efficiency and Investment at Richards Bay Dry Bulk Terminal South Africa’s port and rail freight parastatal, Transnet, has officially issued a Request for Qualification (RFQ) to kickstart the selection of a private-sector partner for its Richards Bay Dry Bulk Terminal (RBDBT) Private-Sector Participation (PSP) project. The RFQ marks a key milestone in Transnet’s “Reinvent for Growth Strategy”, demonstrating the organisation’s readiness to engage the
Category: Southern Africa
Durban Car Terminal Handles First Shipment of Lepas Vehicles in South Africa
Durban Car Terminal Offloads First Batch of Chinese Lepas Vehicles, Boosting Automotive Trade in South AfricaThe Port of Durban’s Car Terminal has successfully offloaded 500 new Lepas vehicles from the MV Siem Curie, marking the debut of the Chinese automotive brand in the South African market. Lepas, a brand fully owned by the Chery Group, represents a new entrant in South Africa’s automotive sector, bringing fresh competition and consumer choice.
Private Sector Must Deliver 65Mt to Power South Africa’s Rail Freight Revival
R30bn–R40bn Private Investment Needed as Transnet Targets 250 Million Tonnes in Rail Freight Growth PlanPrivate-sector participants (PSPs) will need to move approximately 65 million tonnes of additional cargo on South Africa’s rail network to help Transnet achieve its target of 250 million tonnes per year, according to rail logistics executive Anand Moodliar. Speaking at a Transport Forum event held in partnership with the African Rail Industry Association and the Localisation
Kazungula Bridge Authority Commissioned to Drive Regional Integration
Zambia and Botswana Commission Kazungula Bridge Authority to Boost Trade on the North–South Corridor Zambia and Botswana have officially commissioned the Kazungula Bridge Authority, reinforcing the strategic importance of the Kazungula Bridge as a vital trade and transport link across the Zambezi River. The milestone was marked during a ceremony in Kasane, underscoring the bridge’s growing role in advancing regional integration and economic development. Speaking at the launch, Hakainde Hichilema
Zambia–Mozambique Fibre Link Strengthens Regional Digital Backbone
Bayobab Zambia and Vodacom Mozambique Complete Zambia–Mozambique Fibre Interconnection to Boost Southern Africa’s Digital Connectivity Bayobab Zambia and Vodacom Mozambique have officially marked the completion of the Zambia–Mozambique Fibre Interconnection Project at the Chanida Border, a significant milestone in advancing regional digital infrastructure and cross-border connectivity in Southern Africa. The project follows the signing of a strategic Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) between the two telecommunications operators to interconnect their fibre
Harith General Partners Moves to Acquire FlySafair in Strategic Aviation Expansion
Harith General Partners in Advanced Talks to Acquire FlySafair, South Africa’s Largest Domestic Airline Harith General Partners is in advanced negotiations to acquire budget airline FlySafair, as the $3 billion asset manager expands its transport and infrastructure portfolio across Africa. Harith Chairman Tshepo Mahloele confirmed that discussions are at an advanced stage but remain subject to regulatory approvals, including clearance from competition authorities and two aviation licensing bodies. The transaction
Puma Energy Zambia and BHL Group Sign Five-Year Deal to Strengthen Walvis Bay Zambia Fuel Corridor
Puma Energy Zambia and BHL Group Partner to Transport 3 Million Litres of Fuel Monthly via Walvis Bay–Zambia Trade Corridor Puma Energy Zambia and BHL Group have signed a landmark five year fuel logistics agreement aimed at improving cross-border transport efficiency and reinforcing the Zambia–Namibia trade corridor. The partnership is expected to enhance supply chain reliability for Zambia’s mining, industrial, and retail sectors while strengthening regional trade integration. Enhancing the
Walvis Bay Corridor Group Engages Industry to Shape 2026–2031 Trade Strategy
Walvis Bay Corridor Group Consults Namport and Logistics Stakeholders to Strengthen Namibia’s Regional Trade Corridors The Walvis Bay Corridor Group (WBCG) has concluded a three day high level stakeholder engagement in Namibia’s Erongo region, aimed at strengthening coordination with transport and logistics partners and addressing operational bottlenecks along the country’s key trade corridors. The consultations were led by Acting Chief Executive Officer Edward Shivute, who underscored the importance of structured
Zambia Launches ASYCUDAWorld Upgrade to Accelerate Cross-Border Trade
Zambia Partners with UNCTAD and TradeMark Africa to Modernize Customs System and Cut Border Clearance Times Zambia has taken a major step toward improving cross-border trade efficiency after signing an agreement to upgrade its national customs management system. The initiative will modernize the Zambia Revenue Authority’s (ZRA) operations through the stabilization and enhancement of the ASYCUDAWorld platform, aiming to reduce cargo clearance times, strengthen revenue collection, and lower administrative costs
Lobito Atlantic Railway Records New Operational Milestones at End of 2025 and Early 2026
Lobito Atlantic Railway Sets Traffic and Port Handling Records, Strengthening Lobito Corridor At the end of 2025 and the beginning of 2026, Lobito Atlantic Railway (LAR) achieved significant operational milestones, reinforcing the Lobito Corridor’s position as a strategic logistics platform for regional and international trade. In December 2025, LAR recorded its highest monthly throughput to date, handling 37,000 tonnes of cargo across both domestic and international traffic. Building on this