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Road Blockage Strands Over 20 Trucks on Key Route to Cabinda

November 28, 2025November 28, 2025 Constance Makungu

Over 20 Trucks Stuck on Critical Zaire–Cabinda Road After Accident Blocks Traffic More than 20 trucks traveling to Cabinda province have been stranded since Wednesday after a road accident blocked traffic between the village of Kivola and the municipal headquarters of Noqui, in Zaire Province. The accident, which caused no fatalities, involved two heavy-duty trucks transporting goods to Cabinda via the border town of Noqui (Zaire) and neighboring Democratic Republic

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Ports & Terminals Southern Africa

AD Ports Invests USD 1.5 Billion to Strengthen Africa’s Maritime and Logistics Infrastructure

November 28, 2025November 28, 2025 Constance Makungu

AD Ports Announces USD 1.5 Billion Investment in African Maritime Trade and Logistics Abu Dhabi Ports (AD Ports), a leading global logistics and port management company, has invested USD 1.5 billion in maritime trade and logistics infrastructure across Africa, according to the company’s country manager in Angola, Joaquim Piedade. Speaking during a panel discussion on the “Importance of Ports in Creating Value Chains,” held as part of the first African

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Southern Africa

Government of Angola and Alstom Sign MoU to Develop 50 km Blue Line of Luanda Metro

November 28, 2025November 28, 2025 Constance Makungu

A New Chapter for Urban Mobility in Luanda: Government and Alstom Advance Blue Line Metro Project The Ministry of Transport of Angola and Alstom signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) today in Luanda, marking a decisive step toward the potential construction and operation of the Blue Line of the Luanda Metro. The proposed line, spanning roughly 50 kilometers between Cacuaco and Benfica, is a key component of the capital’s Mobility

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Railway News Southern Africa

EU Hails Lobito Corridor as Key Global Gateway Project

November 27, 2025November 27, 2025 Constance Makungu

EU Praises Lobito Corridor as Flagship Global Gateway Initiative During First Certified Avocado Export Ceremony The European Union (EU) Ambassador to Angola, Rosario Bento Pais, has described the Lobito Corridor as one of the flagship initiatives of the EU’s Global Gateway strategy in Africa and a leading example of shared investment priorities. Speaking at the Port of Lobito during a ceremony marking the export of the first shipment of certified

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Railway News Southern Africa

World Bank Announces Major Funding Package to Support Growth Along the Lobito Corridor

November 26, 2025November 26, 2025 Constance Makungu

World Bank Commits USD 600 Million to Boost Economic Diversification and Urban Development Along Lobito Corridor Luanda — The World Bank will mobilize USD 600 million to support economic diversification, urban development, and housing initiatives along the Lobito Corridor, the institution’s representative, Roland Yameogo, announced on Tuesday in Luanda. Speaking on the second day of the 7th African Union–European Union Summit, Yameogo explained that the funding will be split evenly:

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Southern Africa

Transport Operators Call for Stronger Infrastructure Investment to Accelerate Africa’s Economic Growth

November 25, 2025November 25, 2025 Constance Makungu

African Transport Leaders Urge Major Infrastructure Investment to Boost Continental Trade. Luanda — Transport and logistics operators have called on African governments to significantly increase investments in air, road, and rail infrastructure, emphasizing that such improvements are essential to accelerating the continent’s economic development. The appeal was made on Monday in Luanda during the Business Forum held as part of the 7th African Union–European Union Summit. Luis Silva, CEO of

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Southern Africa

Western Cape Drives Logistics Innovation to Boost Jobs and Economic Growth

November 22, 2025November 22, 2025 Constance Makungu

Western Cape Government Strengthens Logistics Sector to Create Jobs and Enhance Trade The Western Cape Government has reaffirmed its commitment to building a globally competitive logistics ecosystem to drive economic growth and job creation in the province. Speaking at a recent South African Association of Freight Forwarders (Saaff) meeting, Agriculture, Economic Development and Tourism MEC Ivan Meyer emphasized the critical role of logistics in the economy. “Logistics is the lifeblood

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Railway News Southern Africa

EU Grants €50 Million to Modernize Zambia’s Railway Network

November 22, 2025November 22, 2025 Constance Makungu

EU Invests €50 Million to Upgrade Zambia Railways, Boost Trade and Economic Growth Zambia’s plans to modernize its aging railway network have received a major boost after the European Union approved a €50 million grant for Zambia Railways Limited (ZRL). The funding will support the rehabilitation of key track sections and the upgrading of signalling and telecommunications systems, marking one of the largest direct investments in Zambia’s rail infrastructure in

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Shipping News Southern Africa

MSC Enhances Iroko Service with New Direct Call at Cape Town

November 22, 2025November 22, 2025 Constance Makungu

MSC Adds Direct Cape Town–Asia Link to Iroko Service, Cutting Transit Times for Reefer and Dry Cargo Mediterranean Shipping Company (MSC) has announced an upgrade to its Iroko service, introducing a new direct call in Cape Town as part of efforts to expand port coverage and strengthen trade links between South Africa and key Asian markets. “This strategic enhancement provides a direct connection between Cape Town and Asia, offering faster

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Southern Africa

South Africa’s Transport Sector Shows Early Signs of Recovery Amid Mixed Performance

November 22, 2025November 22, 2025 Constance Makungu

Ctrack Index: South Africa’s Logistics Sector Rebounds in 2025 Despite Uneven Recovery South Africa’s logistics sector is beginning to recover after reaching a two-year low in January, according to the latest Ctrack Transport Freight Index (Ctrack TFI). The index climbed to 118.5 in September, representing a 3.5% improvement since January and a 0.7% increase year-on-year. However, Ctrack notes that the recovery remains inconsistent across transport modes. In the first nine

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