Mozambique Targets Logistics Growth Through Port, Rail, and Road Upgrades to Become Southern Africa Trade Hub. The Mozambican government has unveiled plans to increase the logistics sector’s contribution to the national economy from 8% to 20% by 2027, driven by significant investments in ports, rail, and road infrastructure. Officials say Mozambique’s strategic location and transport corridors could make logistics a key driver of economic growth in the coming years. Fernando
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Tanzania Reopens Border with Zambia, Restores Key Copper Trade Corridor
Tanzania Reopens Zambia Border After Post-Election Unrest, Boosting Copper and Cobalt Exports Tanzania has reopened its border with Zambia, restoring the flow of cargo along a critical trade corridor for Africa’s two largest copper exporters. The border had been closed last week due to post-election unrest, which brought shipments to a standstill. The situation normalized on Monday, according to Oliver Nzala, corporate communications manager at the Zambia Revenue Authority. Border
Comoros Launches $137 Million Maritime Corridor Project with African Development Bank Support
Comoros and African Development Bank Launch $137 Million Maritime Corridor to Boost Trade, Connectivity, and Regional Integration The Government of the Union of the Comoros has officially launched the Maritime Corridor and Regional Trade Facilitation Project, a transformative initiative aimed at modernizing port infrastructure, enhancing trade, and boosting regional connectivity. The launch ceremony took place on 27 October 2025 in Moroni, presided over by President Azali Assoumani. The African Development
South Africa’s Airfreight Strategy Nears Public Comment Deadline
South Africa’s DOT Urges Stakeholders to Submit Feedback on Transformative Airfreight Strategy The National Department of Transport (DOT) of South Africa has issued a reminder to all stakeholders in the aviation and logistics sectors that the deadline for public submissions on the country’s draft Airfreight Strategy is fast approaching. The window for comments, which opened on 26 September 2025, will officially close on 7 November 2025. The Cabinet recently approved
Emirates Lands at Dr. António Agostinho Neto Airport, Boosting Angola’s Global Connectivity
Emirates Debuts at Angola’s AIAAN Airport, Highlighting Economic Growth and Aviation Development Yesterday, Emirates Airlines landed for the first time at Dr. António Agostinho Neto International Airport (AIAAN), becoming the first foreign carrier to operate at the airport since the transition from TAAG on October 19. This milestone signals strong confidence in Angola and underscores the strategic potential of AIAAN as a catalyst for economic development and the country’s integration
Automechanika Johannesburg Marked 10th Anniversary with Powerhouse Programme at New Venue, Gallagher Convention Centre
Automechanika Johannesburg 2025 boasted a focused line-up of conferences, talks, awards, and the Alexandra Automotive Hub and Panel Discussion, which brought together leaders from across the value chain. Organised by Messe Frankfurt South Africa, the 10th anniversary edition of the largest trade fair of its kind hosted high-impact forums designed to drive innovation, standards, and collaboration. Local and global exhibitors focused on these categories: Parts & Components, Accessories & Customising,
Zambia’s Tourism Minister Praises Emirates Partnership as Airline Appoints New Country Manager
Tourism Minister Rodney Sikumba Bids Farewell to Emirates Country Manager Omar Bushlaibi The Minister of Tourism, Honourable Rodney Sikumba, has officially bid farewell to the outgoing Emirates Airline Country Manager for Zambia, Mr. Omar Bushlaibi, who is set to assume a new posting in Zimbabwe. During a courtesy call, Mr. Bushlaibi expressed his heartfelt appreciation to the Government of the Republic of Zambia for its unwavering support throughout his tenure.
Angola Seeks $4.5 Billion to Build Rail Link Connecting Zambia’s Copperbelt
Angola Secures International Support for $4.5B Zambia-Lobito Rail Corridor to Boost Copper Trade Angola sought $4.5 billion in funding to construct an ambitious rail link to Zambia’s copper-rich region, Transport Minister Ricardo Viegas d’Abreu said. Italy committed $320 million to the project, while the African Development Bank pledged $500 million, d’Abreu told reporters Wednesday on the sidelines of a conference in Luanda, Angola’s capital. He also noted that the Egyptian
Transnet to Invest R127 Billion in Rail and Port Modernization Over Five Years
Transnet unveils R127bn investment plan to modernize South Africa’s rail and port infrastructure Johannesburg — South Africa’s state-owned freight and logistics company Transnet plans to invest R127 billion over the next five years to modernize its rail network and upgrade ports, Chief Executive Michelle Phillips announced on Tuesday. Speaking at the South Africa Tomorrow Investor Conference, Phillips said R24 billion had been invested in infrastructure in the previous financial year,
DRC Begins Construction of Kalamba-Mbuji Dry Port to Boost Angola Trade Links
Congo launches Kalamba-Mbuji dry port project in Kasai-Central to strengthen Angola trade corridor The Office of Multimodal Freight Management (OGEFREM) has announced the start of preliminary construction work on the Kalamba-Mbuji dry port in Luiza territory, Kasai-Central province. Regional Director Matthieu Tshilumba Kalenga confirmed the development on October 16, 2025, following a meeting with Governor Joseph-Moïse Kambulu Nkonko, noting that funding for the initial phase is already secured. The first