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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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Ports & Terminals Southern Africa

Dube Cargo Terminal Achieves Strong Growth in Airfreight Volumes

November 22, 2025November 22, 2025 Constance Makungu

Dube Cargo Terminal Reports 7% Surge in Air Cargo Volumes for 2024–2025 Dube Cargo Terminal at King Shaka International Airport has recorded substantial growth in air cargo volumes over the past year. According to newly released data from the Dube TradePort Special Economic Zone, the terminal handled 15,429 tonnes of cargo between April 2024 and March 2025, reflecting a 7% increase compared to the 14,424 tonnes moved in 2024. This

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Air Freight Central Africa East Africa

Ethiopian Airlines Strengthens Central African Strategy Through Air Congo Partnership

November 21, 2025November 21, 2025 Constance Makungu

Ethiopian Airlines Expands Influence in Central Africa with Air Congo Fleet Upgrade and New ATR 72-600s Ethiopian Airlines is accelerating its strategic expansion across Africa—this time by reinforcing its presence in Central Africa through Air Congo, the young Congolese carrier in which it holds a 49% stake. While Ethiopian continues to increase its investments and aircraft orders, it is steadily consolidating regional influence through this growing partnership. Before its major

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Railway News Southern Africa

China, Zambia, and Tanzania Seal $1.4 Billion Deal to Modernise TAZARA Railway

November 21, 2025November 21, 2025 Constance Makungu

China Signs $1.4B Agreement to Upgrade TAZARA Railway, Boosting Zambia–Tanzania Trade Route China has signed a $1.4-billion agreement with Zambia and Tanzania to modernise the TAZARA railway, a strategic transport corridor linking landlocked Zambia to the Indian Ocean. Originally financed and built by China in the 1970s, the TAZARA railway has long served as a vital route for copper exports and fuel imports through Tanzania. The upgrade is widely viewed

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Air Freight

Emirates SkyCargo and LODD Autonomous Partner to Pioneer Drone-Powered Cargo Solutions

November 21, 2025November 21, 2025 Constance Makungu

Emirates SkyCargo Teams Up with LODD Autonomous to Launch Next-Generation Drone Cargo by 2027 Emirates SkyCargo and Abu Dhabi-based LODD Autonomous have signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) at the 2025 Dubai Airshow, marking a significant step toward developing next-generation drone-powered cargo solutions. The agreement, signed by Badr Abbas, Divisional Senior Vice President of Emirates SkyCargo, and Rashid Al Manai, Chief Executive Officer of LODD Autonomous, will see both companies

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Air Freight Middle East

Emirates Group Partners with OpenAI to Revolutionize Aviation with AI

November 21, 2025November 21, 2025 Constance Makungu

Emirates Group Teams Up with OpenAI to Integrate AI Across Airline Operations Emirates Group has announced a strategic partnership with OpenAI to accelerate the adoption and integration of artificial intelligence across its airline operations. As part of the collaboration, Emirates will implement ChatGPT Enterprise organization-wide, supported by tailored AI literacy programs, technical exploration initiatives, and executive strategic alignment. The initiative is designed to embed AI capabilities throughout the company, from

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Central Africa Railway News

Train Service Between Kananga and Lubumbashi Resumes Ahead of Schedule

November 21, 2025November 21, 2025 Constance Makungu

Congo’s SNCC Restores Kananga–Lubumbashi Train Service Earlier Than Planned Train service between Kananga (Kasaï Central) and Lubumbashi (Haut-Katanga) officially resumed on Tuesday, November 11, 2025, according to Emmanuel Kalonji, Director of the North Region Department at the National Railway Company of Congo (SNCC). Originally planned for November 15, the reopening was moved forward following a meeting with local business leaders.“Our customers could not wait any longer. After consultation, we decided

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Air Freight East Africa

Africa’s Aviation Growth Accelerates as Ethiopia and Senegal Order 20 Boeing 737 MAX Jets

November 20, 2025November 20, 2025 Constance Makungu

Ethiopia and Senegal Place Multi-Billion-Dollar Boeing 737 MAX Orders to Modernise Fleets and Expand Global Reach, Ethiopia and Senegal have placed a multi-billion-dollar order for 20 Boeing 737 MAX aircraft, marking a major step toward modernising their fleets and expanding capacity across regional and international routes. The deals, unveiled during the Dubai Airshow, signal renewed momentum for Boeing in one of the world’s fastest-growing aviation markets. Air Senegal Commits to

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