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Maersk Halts Berbera Port Bookings, Raising Concerns for Ethiopia Trade Routes IATA Urges African Governments to Unlock Aviation’s Economic Potential Severe Groblersbrug Congestion Slows Cross-Border Trade and Raises Trucking Costs in Southern Africa UAE’s African Rail Company Targets South Africa Freight Rail Market Under Transnet Reform Zambia to Begin Construction of Lobito Corridor Railway Link in 2026 China Expands Direct Shipping Routes to Africa Ahead of Zero-Tariff Trade Policy Zambia and Zimbabwe Plan New Zambezi Bridge to Boost Trade and Protect Victoria Falls Landmark DP World Launches Brazil–Africa Trade Corridor to Boost Cross-Continental Logistics Namibia Expands Walvis Bay Port to Position Itself as Southern Africa’s Logistics Gateway Nigerian Airlines Warn of Flight Disruptions as Aviation Fuel Prices Surge
East Africa Ports & Terminals

Maersk Halts Berbera Port Bookings, Raising Concerns for Ethiopia Trade Routes

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IATA Urges African Governments to Unlock Aviation’s Economic Potential

Road Freight Southern Africa

Severe Groblersbrug Congestion Slows Cross-Border Trade and Raises Trucking Costs in Southern Africa

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East Africa Ports & Terminals

Maersk Halts Berbera Port Bookings, Raising Concerns for Ethiopia Trade Routes

Maersk Suspends Cargo Bookings to Berbera Port, Disrupting Horn of Africa Trade Corridor A.P. Moller–Maersk…
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IATA Urges African Governments to Unlock Aviation’s Economic Potential

IATA Calls for Lower Costs, Better Regulation to Boost Africa’s Aviation Growth The International Air…
Road Freight Southern Africa

Severe Groblersbrug Congestion Slows Cross-Border Trade and Raises Trucking Costs in Southern Africa

SARS Approves Diversion of Cargo as Groblersbrug Border Congestion Drives Up Transport Costs and Delays…
Railway News Southern Africa

UAE’s African Rail Company Targets South Africa Freight Rail Market Under Transnet Reform

ARC Plans $170M Entry into South Africa Rail Sector as Transnet Opens Network to Private…
Railway News Southern Africa

Zambia to Begin Construction of Lobito Corridor Railway Link in 2026

Zambia to Launch Lobito Corridor Rail Construction in 2026 to Boost Copper and Cobalt Exports…
Shipping News

China Expands Direct Shipping Routes to Africa Ahead of Zero-Tariff Trade Policy

China Launches New Africa Shipping Routes as Zero-Tariff Access for 53 Countries Begins in May…
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Emirates to Launch Fifth Daily Flight Between Dubai and Cairo to Boost Trade and Connectivity

Emirates Adds Fifth Daily Dubai–Cairo Flight from December 2025, Expanding Passenger and Cargo Capacity Emirates has announced the introduction of a fifth daily service between Dubai and Cairo, starting 1 December 2025, with plans to expand to a daily schedule from 1 February 2026. Operated by a Boeing 777 aircraft, the new flights will increase both passenger and cargo capacity on one of the airline’s busiest regional routes, further strengthening

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Southern Africa

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

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Cathay Cargo Transports 250 Ancient Egyptian Artefacts to Hong Kong for Landmark Exhibition

Cathay Cargo Flies 30 Tonnes of Ancient Egyptian Treasures from Shanghai to Hong Kong for Major Palace Museum Exhibition Cathay Cargo has successfully transported 250 ancient Egyptian artefacts, weighing over 30 tonnes, from Shanghai to Hong Kong ahead of the “Ancient Egypt Unveiled: Treasures from Egyptian Museums” exhibition at the Hong Kong Palace Museum (HKPM). The nine-month exhibition, opening on 20 November 2025, is jointly organized by the Hong Kong

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East Africa Ports & Terminals Shipping News

DP World Launches Digital Port Community System to Modernize Kenya’s Port of Mombasa

DP World Unveils Port Community System in Kenya to Boost Mombasa’s Efficiency and Strengthen East Africa’s Trade Corridors DP World has officially launched its state-of-the-art Port Community System (PCS) in Kenya, marking a significant milestone in the digital transformation of the Port of Mombasa—one of Africa’s busiest and most strategic maritime gateways. As the primary entry and exit point for more than a dozen landlocked countries across East and Central

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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

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Air Freight Southern Africa

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

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Southern Africa

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,

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Zambia Launches Western Corridor Transformation Project to Boost Regional Trade and Infrastructure

President Hichilema Officiates Groundbreaking of Western Corridor Road Project to Unlock Zambia’s Economic Potential His Excellency, President Hakainde Hichilema, today officiated the groundbreaking ceremony of the Western Corridor Transformation Project, marking the official start of a landmark Public-Private Partnership (PPP) initiative with Western Corridor Limited (WCL). The SPV is jointly owned by BeefCo Limited and First Quantum Minerals (FQM) Limited. The ceremony, held in Kasempa, was attended by senior government

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East Africa Road Freight

African Development Bank Approves €217 Million to Boost Uganda–Rwanda Road Connectivity

AfDB Injects €217 Million to Complete Busega–Mpigi and Kagitumba–Kayonza–Rusumo Roads, Enhancing Uganda–Rwanda Trade The African Development Bank Group (AfDB) has approved an additional €217.37 million to complete the Multinational Busega–Mpigi and Kagitumba–Kayonza–Rusumo Roads Project, a key regional infrastructure initiative aimed at strengthening connectivity and cross-border trade between Uganda and Rwanda. The new financing will support the construction of interchanges, bridges, toll plazas, and service lanes, including the crucial Busega Interchange,

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Air Freight Southern Africa

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.

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