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(20 articles)Grindrod Accelerates Regional Transport Strategy Across Africa
Grindrod Ltd, a major African logistics operator, is prioritizing growth in its regional transport business as part of a strategic repositioning to capitalize on expanding trade corridors across south
DHL Modernizes Kenya Warehousing with Tech-Driven Efficiency
DHL's initiative to redefine warehousing operations in Kenya represents a significant modernization effort aimed at strengthening the company's logistics capabilities in East Africa. By integrating ad
Nigeria's $4B Transport Gap: Why Multimodal Solutions Matter
Nigeria's logistics sector is hemorrhaging approximately $4 billion annually due to fragmented, inefficient transportation infrastructure that relies heavily on single-mode operations. Stakeholders—in
Durban Port Leads Global Port Improvement Rankings
Durban Port has achieved recognition as the world's most improved port, reflecting significant operational enhancements and modernization efforts at one of Africa's critical maritime infrastructure as
South Africa Road Freight Sector Demands Policy Reforms
South Africa's road freight sector is advocating for comprehensive policy reforms to address structural inefficiencies that are undermining the nation's logistics performance and broader supply chain
CEVA Expands Nigerian Air Cargo Operations via EFL Partnership
CEVA Logistics has announced a strategic partnership with EFL to expand its air cargo operations in Nigeria, marking a significant move to strengthen its footprint in West Africa's logistics market. T
South Africa Transport Sector Redefines Energy Partnerships for Sustainability
South Africa's transport and logistics sector is fundamentally reassessing its energy partnership model, signaling a strategic shift toward sustainability and operational efficiency. This development
Ethiopia Opens Freight Forwarding to Foreign Investors
Ethiopia's decision to open its freight forwarding sector to foreign investment represents a significant structural shift in East African logistics infrastructure. This policy change lowers barriers t
Zimbabwe Firms Grapple with Shipping Delays as Global Supply Chains Falter
Zimbabwe's business community is experiencing significant shipping delays as broader global supply chain disruptions ripple through African ports and trade corridors. The article highlights how landlo
South Africa Privatizes Rail Freight to Fix Africa's Largest Network
South Africa is pursuing a significant structural shift by engaging private operators to rehabilitate and operate portions of Transnet's rail freight network, the continent's largest. This move repres
Nigeria Expands Air Cargo Capacity to Boost Regional Trade
Nigeria is positioning itself to increase its involvement in the air cargo sector, signaling a strategic shift toward leveraging air freight as a competitive advantage in African trade corridors. This
African Logistics Opportunity: Industry Expert Eyes Growth Potential
Lars Jensen, a prominent shipping and logistics analyst, has undertaken an exploratory mission across African markets to identify emerging logistics infrastructure opportunities and growth potential i
CMA CGM Invests in East Africa Freight Gateway Hub
CMA CGM, one of the world's largest container shipping lines, has announced backing for an East Africa freight gateway initiative, signaling major investment in regional port infrastructure and logist
South African SME Logistics Crisis: Why Inefficiency Threatens Growth
South African small and medium-sized enterprises face mounting pressure from logistics inefficiencies that undermine competitiveness and profitability. These operational challenges stem from infrastru
Senegal's Outalma Optimizes Africa-Global Trade Logistics
Outalma, a logistics technology company based in Senegal, is enhancing delivery efficiency for shipments between African markets and global destinations. The platform addresses a critical pain point i
Maersk Opens Tech-Enabled Warehouse in Cameroon
Maersk has inaugurated a new technology-driven warehouse facility in Cameroon, marking a strategic investment in African supply chain infrastructure. This development represents a significant step tow
Iran Conflict Forces DHL to Reassess African Logistics Strategy
DHL's recent commentary on African logistics operations reveals how escalating tensions involving Iran are forcing major logistics providers to reconsider established trade routes and regional supply
Ethiopian Shipping Lines Reports 117B Birr Revenue Milestone
Ethiopian Shipping Lines has reported total revenue of 117 billion Birr, representing a significant financial milestone for the carrier and signaling strengthening demand in East African maritime tran
Nigeria Cargo Delays Caused by Documentation, Not Port Congestion
According to SEREC's analysis, cargo delays at Nigerian ports stem from documentation and customs clearance inefficiencies rather than physical port congestion or infrastructure limitations. This find
DHL Acquires Vital Group for South Africa Logistics Expansion
DHL Supply Chain has successfully completed its acquisition of three Vital Group companies with unconditional approval from South Africa's Competition Tribunal. This strategic transaction significantl