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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…
Road Freight Southern Africa

Eswatini Invests 5% of Budget in Roads Launches New Infrastructure Fund

Eswatini will allocate one out of every twenty rands from its 2025–26 government budget to road infrastructure, marking a significant investment in the country’s transport network. To finance new road construction and maintain existing roads, the newly established Road Agency Fund begins operations this month. Created under the 2023 Roads Authority Act, the agency operates under the Ministry of Finance and is funded by an additional 40-cent levy on petrol

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Central Africa Road Freight

DRC Prioritizes Local Transporters in Cross-Border Freight Regulations

The Secretary-General of the Ministry of Transport, Communication Channels, and Accessibility, Abolia Taba Mopolo, convened a meeting in Kolwezi on Thursday, March 13, 2025, bringing together representatives from mining companies, the General Directorate of Customs and Excise (DGDA), the National Road Safety Commission (CNPR), and the Federation of Congolese Enterprises (FEC Lualaba). The meeting focused on implementing Ministerial Decree No. VPM/MTVCD/CAB/011/2025, issued on February 25, 2025, which regulates cross-border transport

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Air Freight Southern Africa

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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Railway News Southern Africa

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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Southern Africa Sponsored Content

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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Air Freight East Africa

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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