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DRC’s Sudden Visa Policy Change Burdens Cross-Border Hauliers

April 28, 2025April 28, 2025 Constance Makungu

The abrupt termination of the visa-free agreement between the Democratic Republic of the Congo (DRC) and Zimbabwe has imposed significant financial and operational challenges on cross-border hauliers serving Haut-Katanga Province’s mining sector. Over the past two weeks, transport companies were informed that Zimbabwean truck drivers must now obtain work visas to operate legally within the DRC. Implemented without prior notice by the DRC’s Direction Générale de Migration (DGM), the new

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Air Freight Southern Africa

Zambia Advances Vision for Regional Aviation Hub with Mansa Airport Upgrade

April 28, 2025April 28, 2025 Constance Makungu

Zambia’s government has reaffirmed its commitment to transforming the country into a regional aviation hub, as work on upgrading Mansa Airport progresses under a strategic partnership with China Jiangsu International. This development was highlighted by Minister of Transport and Logistics, Frank Tayali, during a high-level meeting in Lusaka with Som Qinbo, Chairman of China Jiangsu International. Welcoming the Chinese delegation, Minister Tayali expressed deep appreciation for the longstanding and productive

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Southeastern Africa

Walvis Bay Corridor Sees Cargo Surge Amid Copperbelt Mining Boom

April 28, 2025April 28, 2025 Constance Makungu

The Walvis Bay Corridor is experiencing a surge in cargo volumes as mineral production in Zambia’s Copperbelt expands, driven by investments in new mining ventures. According to Mbahupu Hippy Tjivikua, CEO of the Walvis Bay Corridor Group (WBCG), this growth underscores the port’s strategic importance as a gateway to global markets. “We have observed that volumes moving in and out of the Copperbelt are increasing, fueled by the expansion of

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Trump’s Tariffs Disrupt Port of Shanghai, Forcing Major Shipping Cancellations

April 28, 2025April 28, 2025 Constance Makungu

US President Donald Trump’s sharp increase in tariffs on Chinese imports brought activity at the Port of Shanghai to a near standstill last week. According to the Asian publication Caixin, on April 7 and 8, nearly half of the vessels docked at Shanghai’s Yangshan and Waigaoqiao terminals were bound for the United States and racing against time to avoid the higher tariffs. “Containers that missed the narrow window now sit

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Shipping News

IMO’s Proposed Global Shipping Emissions Levy Stalls Amid Opposition

April 28, 2025April 28, 2025 Constance Makungu

Although the International Maritime Organization (IMO) had considered introducing a global emissions levy on shipping to promote cleaner fuels and reduce greenhouse gas emissions, the plan has now been shelved. The proposed levy would have imposed a flat fee per tonne of carbon emitted, with suggested rates ranging from $18 to $300 per tonne. It was a central part of broader discussions on carbon pricing mechanisms intended to incentivize a

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Road Freight Southeastern Africa

C. Steinweg Logistics Revolutionizes Airfreight in Zambia’s Copperbelt

April 28, 2025April 28, 2025 Constance Makungu

C. Steinweg Logistics, part of the global C. Steinweg Group, is reshaping the logistics landscape in Zambia’s Copperbelt with a game-changing airfreight strategy. As demand for mining and industrial supplies continues to grow, traditional freight routes via Lusaka have struggled to keep pace, often resulting in delays, costly disruptions, and operational downtime. Matthew Larkins, Manager of Airfreight at C. Steinweg Logistics, points out the inefficiencies of the existing model and

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Southern Africa

Southern Africa’s Logistics Set for Major Transformation by 2030

April 28, 2025April 28, 2025 Constance Makungu

By 2030, Southern Africa’s logistics landscape is expected to undergo a major transformation, driven by infrastructure investments, deeper regional integration, and sustainability initiatives. While challenges remain, current developments are laying a strong foundation for the region to capitalize on the growing global demand for its mineral resources, according to Reload Logistics’ 2025 Outlook Report: Unlocking Southern Africa’s Trade Potential in 2025 and Beyond. Southern Africa’s logistics sector stands at a

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Air Freight Southern Africa

Zambia Strengthens Ties with China to Advance Mansa Airport Upgrade

April 21, 2025April 21, 2025 Constance Makungu

The Zambian government has reaffirmed its commitment to transforming the country into a regional aviation hub, as progress continues on the upgrade of Mansa Airport through a strategic partnership with China Jiangsu International. Minister of Transport and Logistics, Hon. Museba Frank Tayali, MP, announced the development during a high-level meeting with Mr. Som Qinbo, Chairman of China Jiangsu International. Hon. Tayali welcomed the delegation and expressed gratitude for the long-standing

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Central Africa Ports & Terminals Shipping News

DP World Aims for 2026 Completion of DRC’s Banana Deepwater Port

April 21, 2025April 21, 2025 Constance Makungu

Congolese Prime Minister Judith Suminwa recently met with executives from DP World in Dubai, United Arab Emirates, to discuss progress on the Banana deepwater port project, a major infrastructure development underway in the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC). During the meeting, DP World representatives indicated that the first phase of the project—initially scheduled for completion in 2025—is now expected to be finalized in 2026. Prime Minister Suminwa confirmed that, if

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Air Freight Middle East

Emirates SkyCargo and Teleport, exclusive cargo partner of AirAsia

April 17, 2025April 17, 2025 Constance Makungu

Dubai, UAE, 17 April, 2025 – Emirates SkyCargo, the cargo arm of the world’s largest international airline, has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with Teleport, AirAsia’s exclusive cargo partner. The partnership aims to better support the burgeoning trade between Southeast Asia and the wider world, via Dubai. The agreement was signed at IATA’s World Cargo Symposium by Badr Abbas, Emirates SkyCargo’s Divisional Senior Vice President and Pete Chareonwongsak, CEO

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