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ILA Vice President Defends US Ports Amid Criticism, Highlights Operational Complexities

December 19, 2024December 19, 2024 Constance Makungu

Dennis Daggett, Vice President of the International Longshoremen’s Association (ILA), has strongly refuted recent media reports criticizing the efficiency of US ports, labeling them as “inaccurate and irresponsible.” Daggett contends that these claims are based on flawed interpretations of data that overlook critical operational differences between US ports and transshipment hubs worldwide. Daggett specifically addressed comparisons made in the World Bank and S&P Global Market Intelligence survey, which included ports

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East Africa Railway News

AfDB Partners with Deutsche Bank and Société Générale to Mobilize $1.2 Billion for Tanzania’s SGR Project

December 18, 2024December 18, 2024 Constance Makungu

The African Development Bank (AfDB) has signed a coordination agreement with Deutsche Bank and Société Générale to mobilize up to $1.2 billion for the construction of Tanzania’s Standard Gauge Railway (SGR). This agreement was formalized during the African Investment Forum’s 2024 Market Days in Rabat, Morocco, as stated in an official AfDB release. The funds will support the development of a 411-kilometre railway line connecting Tabora and Kigoma in western

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Air Freight Central Africa East Africa

Air Congo Expands with New Aircraft, Boosting Connectivity and Economic Potential

December 18, 2024December 18, 2024 Constance Makungu

Air Congo, the new national airline born from a partnership between the Congolese state and Ethiopian Airlines, has reached a significant milestone with the arrival of its second Boeing 737-800. This acquisition is part of a broader expansion plan that includes a total of eight aircraft, with six expected within the year. The addition of this second aircraft marks a turning point for air connectivity in the Democratic Republic of

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East Africa Ports & Terminals

Somalia and Ethiopia to Launch Negotiations on Somaliland Port Dispute

December 16, 2024December 16, 2024 Constance Makungu

Somalia and Ethiopia have announced plans to begin technical negotiations by February next year to resolve tensions surrounding Ethiopia’s proposal to develop a port in Somaliland, the self-declared breakaway region of Somalia. Both nations have committed to concluding these talks within four months. The conflict originated in January when Ethiopian Prime Minister Abiy Ahmed proposed securing access to a port in Somaliland. In return, Ethiopia would offer Somaliland a stake

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Central Africa Railway News

Freight Train Derailment in Lualaba, DRC, Leaves Five Dead and Dozens Injured

December 15, 2024December 15, 2024 Constance Makungu

A freight train traveling from Tenke to Lubudi in the Lualaba province of the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC) derailed on Friday, December 13, at 10 p.m., resulting in at least five fatalities and around twenty injuries, according to a provisional report by the Nouvelle Société Civile Congolaise (NSCC) shared with Actualité.cd. The accident also caused significant material damage. The derailment occurred in Kansenia village, located 55 km from Lubudi,

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Air Freight Middle East

Emirates SkyCargo Launches eQuote to Revolutionize Cargo Services

December 13, 2024December 13, 2024 Constance Makungu

Emirates SkyCargo, the cargo division of the world’s largest international airline, has launched eQuote, a cutting-edge digital tool designed to enhance customer interactions with the airline’s cargo services. This launch marks a significant milestone in Emirates SkyCargo’s push towards digitization, aiming to improve customer experience, operational efficiency, and flexibility across global markets. Integrated into the e-SkyCargo platform, eQuote provides customers with a 24/7 self-service tool to request and manage spot

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East Africa Road Freight

AfDB Approves $100 Million Loan for Kigali’s Urban Transport Revamp

December 13, 2024December 13, 2024 Constance Makungu

The African Development Bank (AfDB) has approved a $100 million loan to overhaul Kigali’s urban transport system, aiming to tackle the city’s growing mobility challenges. The “Kigali Urban Transport Improvement Project,” finalized on December 2 at AfDB’s headquarters in Abidjan, seeks to create an inclusive, efficient, and safe road network for the city. With a population of 1.7 million, set to double by 2050, Kigali faces congestion, limited public transport

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Railway News Southern Africa

AfDB Disburses $1 Billion to Transnet for Infrastructure Recovery

December 13, 2024December 13, 2024 Constance Makungu

The African Development Bank (AfDB) has made an initial disbursement of $1 billion to South Africa’s state-owned logistics company, Transnet, marking a key step in enhancing the continent’s infrastructure. This loan is part of a four-tranche financing agreement approved in mid-2023, supporting Transnet’s ZAR 152.8 billion ($8.1 billion) five-year plan to upgrade critical infrastructure. The funds will address operational issues and strengthen South Africa’s logistics sector, vital to regional and

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Road Freight Southern Africa

Long-Distance Truck Drivers Threaten Zambia Border Shutdown Over Visa Policy

December 11, 2024December 11, 2024 Constance Makungu

Cargo movement through Zambia faces a potential shutdown from December 16 as long-distance transport unions representing foreign truck drivers plan labour action against the government of President Hakainde Hichilema. A letter addressed to the Southern Africa Development Community (SADC) headquarters in Gaborone outlines the unions’ intentions to enforce a “truck stoppage,” effectively halting operations at all Zambian borders. The dispute stems from recent measures by the Zambian government to tighten

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Air Freight Southern Africa

South African Airways Cargo Implements Contingency Plan Amid Pilot Strike

December 11, 2024December 11, 2024 Constance Makungu

South African Airways Cargo (SAA Cargo) has activated a contingency plan to ensure the movement of cargo on selected routes during the pilot strike that began on Thursday. The strike, initiated by pilots affiliated with the SAA Pilots Association (SAAPA), follows a deadlock in wage negotiations. Pilots are demanding a 30% pay hike, while SAA has offered an 8.46% increase. In response to the ongoing strike, SAA Cargo issued a

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