Growthpoint Properties Invests R8bn in Cape Winelands Airport Development, Creating 100,000 Jobs and a Sustainable Aviation Hub Growthpoint Properties has announced an initial R8 billion investment in the Cape Winelands Airport precinct, marking the start of a landmark partnership with RSA Aero to deliver a world-class aviation, hospitality, and industrial hub north of Cape Town. The privately owned airport, to be built on the site of the former Fisantekraal airfield,
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Port of Gauteng Receives Strong Investor Interest Amid Growing Support for Logistics Expansion
Port of Gauteng Reports Overwhelming Investor Response to 1,400-Hectare Multimodal Logistics Hub The Port of Gauteng (PoG) has dismissed speculation that its 1,400-hectare multimodal logistics development south of Johannesburg is failing to attract investors. In a statement, the project’s developers confirmed that the initiative has received an “overwhelmingly positive response” following the release of its White Paper. The PoG, strategically located along the N3 National Corridor, has drawn interest from
TNPA Invites Bids for New Cold Storage Break-Bulk Terminal at Port of Cape Town
Transnet National Ports Authority Issues RFP for Construction and Operation of Cold Storage Terminal at Cape Town Port The Transnet National Ports Authority (TNPA) has officially issued a Request for Proposals (RFP) for the development and management of a break-bulk terminal at the Port of Cape Town. The new facility will focus on cold storage for fish and related seafood products, forming a critical component of Cape Town’s fishing and
South Africa’s Ports See Surge in Reefer Cargo Volumes Amid Strong Citrus Export Season
Linernet Confirms 12% Rise in South African Reefer Cargo, Slightly Below Transnet’s Reported 19% Growth Maritime analytics firm Linernet has confirmed that South Africa’s ports recorded a notable increase in reefer (refrigerated container) cargo volumes, supporting earlier claims by Transnet Port Terminals (TPT). While Linernet’s data indicates a 12.21% year-on-year (YTD) increase in reefer throughput, this is slightly lower than the 19% growth reported earlier in the week by the
Martin’s Drift Border Post Strengthens Regional Trade Efficiency in Southern Africa
SADC Study Highlights Martin’s Drift Border Post as Key Hub for Regional Economic Integration The Martin’s Drift border post, which connects Botswana and South Africa, has emerged as a critical driver of regional trade efficiency, following a recent assessment visit by the Southern African Development Community (SADC) Secretariat. The evaluation aligns with SADC’s broader mission to enhance border operations and promote regional integration, first outlined during the 13th Ministerial Task
Africa Finance Corp to Launch Bids for Zambia-Angola Railway Linking Copper Mines to Lobito Port
New Zambia-Angola Railway to Boost Copper Exports and Create Jobs, Says Africa Finance Corp The Africa Finance Corporation (AFC) plans to issue bids in the coming months for the construction of a new railway connecting Zambia’s copper-rich region to the Angolan port of Lobito, a move set to strengthen regional trade and infrastructure. According to Samaila Zubairu, AFC President, the tender will be divided into three parts, covering: Construction of
Kasomeno-Mwenda Toll Road Set to Transform DRC-Zambia Trade Corridor
Kasomeno-Mwenda Toll Road Project in DRC and Zambia to Boost Trade, Cut Travel Time, and Create Jobs The Kasomeno-Mwenda Toll Road is a landmark infrastructure project connecting the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC) and Zambia, designed to enhance regional trade, transportation efficiency, and economic development. The project encompasses the construction of 184 kilometers of modernized highway—split evenly between Zambia (92 km) and the DRC (92 km)—a 362-meter cable-stayed bridge over
DRC, Angola, Zambia, and EU Forge Strategic Alliance to Accelerate Lobito Corridor Development
DRC, Angola, Zambia, and European Union Partner to Boost Trade, Infrastructure, and Mining Value Chains Through Lobito Corridor On the sidelines of the Global Gateway Forum, the Democratic Republic of the Congo (DRC), Angola, and Zambia signed a landmark cooperation agreement with the European Union (EU) to accelerate the integrated development of the Lobito Corridor—a key initiative aimed at enhancing trade, transport infrastructure, and industrial competitiveness across Central Africa. The
Proflight Zambia to Co-Host Major Regional Aviation Summit in Lusaka
Zambia to Host 55th Airlines Association of Southern Africa AGM in 2025 — Proflight Showcases Growing Aviation Hub Zambia’s aviation industry will take centre stage this October as Proflight Zambia co-hosts the 55th Annual General Assembly (AGA) of the Airlines Association of Southern Africa (AASA). The high-profile event will take place from 16 to 19 October 2025 at Ciela Resort in Lusaka. The prestigious gathering is expected to attract over
Lobito Corridor Project: Progress, Challenges, and the Path Ahead
Lobito Corridor Project: DRC Pushes for Funding and Skills Development to Boost Regional Trade The Lobito Corridor project, an initiative championed by former U.S. President Joe Biden, aims to construct a railway connecting the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC), Zambia, and Angola to the port of Lobito. Beyond exporting strategic minerals to the United States, the project seeks to open up Central Africa and strengthen regional trade. Although last September