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U.S. Aid Freeze Puts Africa’s Critical Minerals Corridor at Risk Rising Port Charges Push Importers Away from Nigeria Zambia’s Lobito Corridor Project Key to Economic Growth and EV Battery Hub Development Zambia Secures $300 Million DP World Investment to Boost Trade and Infrastructure SADC Member States Address Kasumbalesa Border Issues for Improved Regional Trade Angola Inaugurates Barra do Dande Ocean Terminal’s First Phase Tanzania and Burundi Sign $2.15 Billion Railway Deal to Boost Regional Connectivity AD Ports Group Launches $250M Investment to Modernize Luanda Terminal and Logistics Hub TAAG Angola Airlines Receives First Boeing 787-9 Dreamliner, Advancing Fleet Modernization Eiffage Secures €100 Million Contract to Expand DRC’s Port of Matadi
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U.S. Aid Freeze Puts Africa’s Critical Minerals Corridor at Risk

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Rising Port Charges Push Importers Away from Nigeria

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Zambia’s Lobito Corridor Project Key to Economic Growth and EV Battery Hub Development

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U.S. Aid Freeze Puts Africa’s Critical Minerals Corridor at Risk

A billion-dollar expansion of Africa’s most strategic U.S.-backed critical minerals project is now in limbo…
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Rising Port Charges Push Importers Away from Nigeria

Importers are increasingly diverting goods to neighboring West African countries to avoid soaring port charges…
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Zambia’s Lobito Corridor Project Key to Economic Growth and EV Battery Hub Development

Zambia’s Minister of Transport and Logistics, Hon. Frank Tayali, has underscored the Lobito Corridor Project…
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Zambia Secures $300 Million DP World Investment to Boost Trade and Infrastructure

Zambia has reaffirmed its position as a rising global player and regional transport hub with…
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SADC Member States Address Kasumbalesa Border Issues for Improved Regional Trade

From February 4-7, representatives from Southern African Development Community (SADC) Member States convened in Harare…
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Angola Inaugurates Barra do Dande Ocean Terminal’s First Phase

Angolan President João Lourenço has inaugurated the first phase of the Barra do Dande Ocean…
Ports & Terminals Southern Africa

Durban DCT Pier 2 Boosts Operational Efficiency with New Diesel-Electric Straddle Carriers

The Durban Container Terminal (DCT) Pier 2 has taken delivery of the first of 20 diesel-electric straddle carriers, marking a significant milestone in its fleet renewal program. The straddle carrier, delivered this week, will undergo assembly and commissioning on-site, with four additional carriers set to be handed over for endurance testing later this month. Full operations are expected to begin in mid-January 2025. This delivery is part of DCT’s ongoing

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Road Freight Southern Africa

Enhancing Africa’s Transport and Logistics for a Sustainable Future

A major transport conference held in Johannesburg, South Africa, brought together over 100 experts from 10 African countries. Organized by the Chartered Institute of Logistics and Transport chapters in Namibia, South Africa, and Zimbabwe, the conference focused on the theme “Unlocking Sub-Saharan Africa’s Potential: Transforming Transport and Logistics for a Sustainable Future.” The conference centered on addressing the challenges facing Africa’s transport and logistics systems. Teete Owusu, President of the

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Railway News Southern Africa

Lobito Corridor Investment Project Set to Boost Regional Trade and Economic Growth

The Zambia Chamber of Commerce and Industry (ZACCI) forecasts substantial economic gains for Zambia, Angola, and the Democratic Republic of the Congo (DRC) with the development of the ambitious Lobito Corridor Investment Project. The corridor is expected to revolutionize regional trade dynamics by boosting trade and investment in key industries such as manufacturing, mining, and agriculture by 20%, through simplified trade routes to international markets. ZACCI Chief Executive Officer Elvin

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Air Freight Southern Africa

Zambia to Build New Airports as Part of Aviation Infrastructure Upgrade

The Zambian government is set to begin construction on new airports in Choma and Kasaba Bay, Nsama District, following the successful rehabilitation of Mongu, Solwezi, and Chipata airports. This initiative marks a significant milestone in the country’s ongoing efforts to enhance its aviation infrastructure. Transport and Logistics Minister Frank Tayali announced the development in a speech delivered on his behalf by Nkumbu Siame, Director of Transport at the Ministry of

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Heart Aerospace to Conduct First Fully Electric Flight of Heart X1 in 2025

Swedish hybrid-electric aircraft manufacturer Heart Aerospace is set to perform the first fully electric experimental flight of its Heart Experimental 1 (Heart X1) at Plattsburgh International Airport in New York in 2025. This milestone flight will make the Heart X1 the largest fully electric aircraft to ever take to the skies. The flight is part of the ongoing development of Heart Aerospace’s 30-seat hybrid-electric regional passenger aircraft, the ES-30. The

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OR Tambo Airport Refueling Issues Cause Potential Flight Delays

OR Tambo International Airport is currently experiencing “refuelling challenges” that are affecting airlines’ ability to refuel aircraft as usual. The Airports Company of South Africa (ACSA) issued a statement on Monday, acknowledging that some flights may face delays due to the issue. “We understand the inconvenience this may cause, and our technicians are working diligently to resolve the situation as quickly as possible. We will continue to provide updates to

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US Ports Anticipate Surge in Imports Amid Potential Strike and Tariff Increase

With a potential strike looming at East and Gulf Coast ports in January and President-elect Donald Trump planning to raise tariffs, the United States’ major container ports are expected to experience a continued surge in imports. The latest Global Port Tracker report, released by the National Retail Federation (NRF) and Hackett Associates, forecasts that the surge will last until spring 2025. “Either a strike or new tariffs would be a

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Onomichi Dockyard to Divest Stake in Colombo Dockyard Amid Financial Struggles

Japan’s Onomichi Dockyard Company has announced plans to divest its 51% stake in Colombo Dockyard PLC, Sri Lanka’s largest shipbuilding and repair facility. The company also intends to end a management agreement that has been in place for over 30 years. This decision follows significant financial difficulties for Colombo Dockyard, which reported losses exceeding US$25 million in 2023. Colombo Dockyard is currently in preliminary talks with several interested parties regarding

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Algoa Bay bunkering revival a game changer for South Africa’s maritime industry

The reopening of offshore bunkering in Algoa Bay represents more than just a return to operations—it signals an opportunity to reshape South Africa’s maritime industry and solidify its position in the global blue economy. Durand Naidoo, CEO of Linsen Nambi, emphasized the significance of this moment: “By addressing past challenges and embracing new opportunities, Algoa Bay can set a benchmark for sustainable and efficient offshore bunkering. With collaboration between government,

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IATA Highlights Persistent Challenges with Blocked Aviation Funds

The International Air Transport Association (IATA) has raised concerns over several countries preventing airlines from repatriating their earnings, a situation that significantly impacts the global aviation industry. As of October 2024, $1.7 billion in airline funds remain blocked, although this reflects a slight improvement compared to $1.8 billion in April 2024. Regional Trends in Blocked Funds IATA highlighted reductions in blocked funds in countries like Pakistan, Bangladesh, Algeria, and Ethiopia

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