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U.S. Reaffirms Commitment to Lobito Corridor Investments

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Angola’s TAAG Plans to Resume Direct Luanda-Houston Flights

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Norwegian Ambassador Highlights Lobito Corridor’s Role in Expanding Angola’s Agricultural Exports

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Railway News Southern Africa

U.S. Reaffirms Commitment to Lobito Corridor Investments

The United States has reaffirmed its commitment to continuing investments along the Lobito Corridor, confirmed…
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Angola’s TAAG Plans to Resume Direct Luanda-Houston Flights

Angola’s national airline, TAAG, is exploring a long-term plan to reinstate direct flights between Luanda…
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Norwegian Ambassador Highlights Lobito Corridor’s Role in Expanding Angola’s Agricultural Exports

Norwegian Ambassador Bjørnar Dahl Hotvedt is visiting Huambo and the Lobito Corridor from today until…
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Lobito Corridor and EU-Africa Cooperation Take Center Stage at Rome Conference

Luanda – The strategic importance of the Lobito Corridor and enhanced cooperation between Africa and…
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Four-Day Border Delays at Kopfontein Cause Major Supply Chain Disruptions

Truck drivers crossing from South Africa into Botswana via the Kopfontein Border Post face an…
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OR Tambo Airfreight Volumes Surge 13% Amid Aviation Challenges

Airfreight volumes at South Africa’s busiest international airport, OR Tambo International, have risen 13% year-on-year,…
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SAA Cargo Expands Regional Network with Johannesburg–Dar es Salaam Route

South African Airways Cargo (SAA Cargo) has reinforced its strategic expansion with the reintroduction of direct flights between Johannesburg and Dar es Salaam, Tanzania. This move highlights the airline’s commitment to strengthening regional trade and logistics by offering efficient and reliable freight solutions across East Africa. Dar es Salaam, Tanzania’s economic and logistical hub, plays a crucial role in regional commerce. With ongoing infrastructure development, the city provides an ideal

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Southern Africa

South Africa’s 2025 Budget Allocates R402 Billion to Revitalize Transport and Logistics Sectors

South Africa’s Minister of Finance, Enoch Godongwana, has announced a substantial investment plan aimed at improving the country’s transport and logistics infrastructure. As part of the 2025 budget, the government has earmarked R402 billion for infrastructure projects that will enhance road networks, rail services, and logistics efficiency, with the goal of addressing long-standing challenges and stimulating economic growth. A significant portion of this budget is allocated to the South African

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Botswana Railways Partners with KORAIL to Revamp Railway Services

Botswana Railways (BR) and the Korea Railroad Corporation (KORAIL) have formalized a strategic partnership aimed at enhancing railway services and infrastructure in Botswana. The two companies signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) at the Botswana Railways Station in Gaborone, marking a significant step in fostering collaboration, technical exchange, and capacity building within Botswana’s railway sector. The signing ceremony was attended by senior officials from both Botswana Railways and KORAIL, along

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LAND-LINKED ZAMBIA CONFERENCE LINKING SECTORS THROUGH TRANSPORT AND LOGISTICS

Land linkages play a critical role in Africa’s economic development by facilitating trade, investment, and regional integration. As a continent rich in resources but challenged by infrastructure deficits, Africa’s road networks are critical for connecting markets, reducing costs, and improving the movement of goods and people. Strengthening land linkages has become a key driver for road infrastructure growth, shaping the continent’s future development. Chimwemwe Nyirenda, the Co-Founder and CEO of

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Central Africa Ports & Terminals

AGL Secures $250 Million Financing for Expansion of Pointe Noire Port in Congo-Brazzaville

Africa Global Logistics (AGL), through its subsidiary Congo Terminal, has secured approximately US$250 million in financing to develop the container terminal at the Autonomous Port of Pointe Noire (PAPN) in Congo-Brazzaville. The funds will be used to construct a 750-meter quay, covering 28 hectares with a depth of 17 meters. The overall project, estimated to cost US$393 million, is set to take three years to complete. The financing package follows

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Kenya Airways Achieves Remarkable Financial Turnaround with 124% Profit Surge

Kenya Airways (KQ) PLC has reported a remarkable financial recovery, posting a 124% increase in profit after tax, reaching Ksh 5.4 billion for the year ending December 31, 2024. This marks a significant rebound from the Ksh 22.6 billion loss recorded in 2023, representing an impressive Ksh 28 billion improvement. This marks the first time in over a decade that Kenya Airways has posted a profit, highlighting the success of

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Air Freight Central Africa

Air Cargo Traffic Declines in Africa and DRC as Global Growth Continues IATA Report Shows

African airlines experienced a 3.4% decline in air cargo traffic in January 2025 compared to the same period in 2024, according to the latest report from the International Air Transport Association (IATA). This decline occurred despite a 5.4% increase in capacity, revealing a significant underutilization of available infrastructure. Africa, along with the Middle East (-8.4%), is one of the few regions globally to report a decrease in air freight volumes.

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Railway News Southern Africa

Mozambique Railways and NRZ Strengthen Cooperation with Key Operational Agreements

Mozambique Railways (CFM) has taken a significant step in regional rail transport by signing two Operational Understanding Agreements with the National Railways of Zimbabwe (NRZ). The agreements, signed on March 14, 2025, in Maputo, will allow CFM to operate on Zimbabwean railway lines, enhancing cooperation between the two countries and improving freight transport efficiency. Covering the 148 km Chicualacuala-Rutenga Southern Corridor and the 84 km Machipanda-Nyazura Central Corridor, the partnership

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Zambia Urges DRC to Address Harsh Treatment of Truck Drivers

Zambia’s Transport and Logistics Minister, Frank Tayali, has raised serious concerns over the mistreatment of Zambian truck drivers entering the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC), despite ongoing discussions with DRC authorities. Minister Tayali emphasized the urgent need to protect drivers operating in the region, stressing that their safety and well-being must be prioritized. Meanwhile, the Zambian government is making strides to enhance transport infrastructure, including upgrading key roads and modernizing

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Railway News Southern Africa

China to Invest $1.4 Billion in Upgrading Zambia-Tanzania Railway

China Civil Engineering Construction Corporation (CCECC) has committed over $1.4 billion to modernize the Tanzania-Zambia Railway (TAZARA), a vital transport link for Zambia’s copper exports to Tanzania’s largest port. TAZARA plays a crucial role in exporting copper and cobalt from Central Africa while offering an alternative route to South Africa’s congested ports. However, years of neglect have left the railway in need of urgent repairs. Negotiations for a 30-year concession

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