Angola Strengthens Border Trade Formalization with DR Congo Through Digital Systems and Regional Agreements Luanda — The formalization of cross-border trade between Angola and the Democratic Republic of the Congo (DRC) is being driven by strategic reforms aimed at modernizing border operations and improving trade efficiency, according to Rui Miguêns de Oliveira. Speaking at the 3rd DRC-Angola Economic Forum in Kinshasa, the minister said the reforms align with regional and
Category: Southern Africa
Luvo and Yema Logistics Platforms to Strengthen Angola–DRC Cross-Border Trade
Angola’s Luvo and Yema Logistics Hubs Set to Boost Trade and Supply Chains with DR Congo Luanda — The planned logistics platforms at Luvo and Yema are expected to significantly enhance cross-border trade between Angola and the Democratic Republic of the Congo (DRC), according to officials from the Angola Cargo and Logistics Certification Regulatory Agency. Mateus Simão, administrator for the Technical Area and Operations at ARCCLA, said the strategic logistics
U.S. Backs Lobito Corridor Concession as Strategic Project in Partnership with DRC
United States Prioritizes Mota-Engil Concession for DR Congo’s Lobito Corridor to Strengthen Critical Minerals Supply Chains The United States has identified the awarding of the concession for the Congolese segment of the Lobito Corridor to Mota-Engil as a priority initiative under its strategic partnership with the Democratic Republic of the Congo (DRC), signed on December 4, 2025. Speaking at the Powering Africa Summit in Washington, D.C. on March 19, 2026,
SAFLA: New Operational Voice for The Freight Forwarding and Logistics Industries Launches
The South African Freight and Logistics Association (SAFLA) has officially launched as a new industry body dedicated to representing the ground-level interests of freight forwarders and logistics operators across South Africa. Built on a foundation of data-driven advocacy and operational relevance, SAFLA enters the industry with a clear mandate to tackle the friction points that have long slowed trade and burdened businesses. SAFLA’s founding Executive Officer, Dave Logan, is unambiguous
Chinese Firms Invest $1.24 Billion to Modernize TAZARA Railway Linking Zambia to Indian Ocean Port
China Backs $1.24 Billion TAZARA Rail Upgrade to Secure Copper Exports as US and EU Promote Lobito Corridor Chinese mining, shipping, and logistics companies are joining forces on a $1.24 billion infrastructure project to modernize a major railway connecting Zambia’s copper belt to the port of Dar es Salaam on the Indian Ocean. Leading copper producers CMOC Group Limited and Zijin Mining Group have partnered with state-owned construction giant China
Transport Infrastructure Takes Center Stage at DRC–Angola Economic Forum
Lobito Corridor Project Seen as Key to Regional Integration and Trade Growth in Southern Africa At the third Economic Forum between the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC) and Angola, transport and communication infrastructure emerged as a central lever for accelerating regional integration and reducing the outward orientation of national economies. Gathered around the theme “Sub-regional Infrastructure Development Strategy: How to Strengthen Integration and Minimize External Dependence,” experts, policymakers, and private
DRC and Angola Seek Stronger Coordination to Resolve Fishing Disputes at Shared Maritime Border
DRC and Angola Push for New Agreements to Remove Fishing Barriers and Boost Cross-Border Economic Cooperation Kinshasa and Luanda have been urged to strengthen coordination to remove obstacles hindering fishing activities along their shared maritime border. The issue was at the center of discussions during a panel held on Thursday, April 2, 2026, in Kinshasa as part of the third DRC–Angola Economic Forum. The forum brings together policymakers, business leaders,
DRC, Zambia, and Tanzania Move to Modernize Southern Central Corridor
DRC, Zambia, and Tanzania Launch Initiative to Secure and Upgrade Southern Central Corridor The Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC), Zambia, and Tanzania are collaborating to secure and modernize the southern section of the Central Corridor, a strategic trade route linking the port of Dar es Salaam to key commercial and mining hubs in the region. Local media reports indicate that representatives from the three countries met on March 24, 2026,
EU Grant Boosts Zambia Railways Modernization and Mining Corridor Rehabilitation
Zambia Railways Secures €50 Million EU Funding to Rehabilitate Key Mining and Freight Rail Lines Zambia Railways Limited has secured a €50 million grant from the European Union to rehabilitate critical sections of the country’s rail network, including the line from Livingstone to Kapiri Mposhi and onward to Ndola. The funding represents the first phase of a broader modernization program, with the European Union already signaling its willingness to support
Nakonde One-Stop Border Post Set to Transform Trade Between Zambia and Tanzania
President Hichilema Commissions Nakonde OSBP to Boost Trade, Regional Integration, and Economic Growth Phase One of the Nakonde One-Stop Border Post (OSBP) in Nakonde has been officially commissioned by President Hakainde Hichilema, marking a significant milestone in trade and movement between Zambia and Tanzania. The project is expected to transform Nakonde into a major economic hub by streamlining the transportation of goods and people across the border. In his address,