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(16 articles)Red Sea Chaos Drives Africa Air Cargo Boom for Fashion Brands
Maritime security challenges in the Red Sea and Middle East have forced ocean carriers to reroute around the Cape of Good Hope, adding weeks to transit times and creating severe port congestion. This
Clearing Agent Builds Trust-First Logistics Firm in Lagos Port Hub
Janksmay Global Services Limited, founded in 2016 by Ifeanyi Onwuachu at Lagos's Apapa port, has become a notable player in Nigeria's freight forwarding sector by prioritizing client business continui
Ghana Port Congestion: GUTA Pushes for Better Cargo Operations
Port congestion at Ghana's facilities has emerged as a critical operational challenge, prompting GUTA (Ghana Union of Traders Association) and port operators to jointly pursue solutions for smoother c
Ghana Investigates Tema Port Congestion Amid Rising Cargo
Ghana's government has launched a formal investigation into mounting congestion at Tema Port, West Africa's busiest container terminal, as incoming cargo volumes continue to accelerate. This probe sig
Logistics Evolution: Beyond Cargo Movement in Modern Supply Chains
This article presents a paradigm shift in how logistics professionals should conceptualize their role within supply chains. Rather than viewing logistics as a purely transactional function focused on
Ghana's Customs Breakdown: 4 Tonnes of Cocaine Slip Through
A significant security breach at Ghana's export control system resulted in nearly four tonnes of cocaine passing through the nation's ports undetected. This incident highlights critical vulnerabilitie
Ethiopia Digitizes Logistics to Boost Regional Trade Edge
Ethiopia is modernizing its logistics infrastructure by digitizing core systems to enhance competitiveness within the East African region and strengthen cross-border trade flows. This strategic initia
Geopolitical Tensions Expose Critical Weaknesses in African Supply Chains
Geopolitical tensions are exposing fundamental vulnerabilities across African supply chain networks, threatening trade flows and raising operational costs for businesses dependent on the continent. Un
Nigeria eyes competitive maritime hub status across Africa
The Director General of the International Maritime Organization's Nigerian counterpart (IMION) has articulated a strategic vision for Nigeria to establish itself as a competitive maritime and logistic
Selecting Clearing & Forwarding Agents in Nigeria: Best Practices
DHL has published guidance on selecting clearing and forwarding agents in Nigeria, a critical decision point for companies importing or exporting goods through West African trade corridors. This instr
A.P. Moller Acquires Moroccan 3PL Globex to Expand Africa Operations
A.P. Moller, the Danish conglomerate and parent company of Maersk, has announced its acquisition of Globex, a third-party logistics provider based in Morocco. This strategic move represents a signific
Kenya Railways Expands Courier Services to Compete in Parcel Market
Kenya Railways is pursuing strategic expansion into the courier and parcel delivery market, seeking to capture a larger share of a high-growth segment traditionally dominated by specialized logistics
Kenya SGR Hits 50M Tonne Milestone in Freight Growth
Kenya's Standard Gauge Railway has achieved a significant operational milestone by surpassing 50 million tonnes in cumulative freight volume, representing substantial growth in the country's inland ra
Ethiopia Freight Liberalization: What it Means for Logistics
Ethiopia is considering liberalization measures that would open its freight and logistics sector to greater market competition and foreign participation. This policy shift represents a significant str
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