DHL Express has expanded its international logistics portfolio with the launch of Heavy Weight Express (HWX), a new express air cargo solution designed to handle shipments weighing up to 1,000 kilogrammes per piece and 3,000 kilogrammes per shipment. The new service forms part of DHL Express’ Time Definite International offeringContinue Reading
Shacman was among the major commercial vehicle manufacturers exhibiting at NAMPO Harvest Day 2026, where the company showcased its advanced Shacman X6000 heavy-duty truck tractor designed specifically for demanding African transport and logistics operations. As Africa’s freight and logistics sectors continue expanding, heavy-duty transport solutions capable of handling long distances,Continue Reading
Brussels Airport has further cemented its role as a key European gateway for Africa-bound project cargo following the launch of a new logistics facility by ConnexEurope. The development marks a strategic move to enhance cargo handling capabilities, particularly for complex and oversized shipments destined for African markets. As demand forContinue Reading
A major step forward has been taken in the development of the Lobito Corridor railway, a strategic logistics project set to transform bulk cargo movement across Central and Southern Africa. The Africa Finance Corporation and the African Development Bank have each committed $500 million toward the project, while Italy willContinue Reading
South Africa’s cargo and logistics environment continues to face persistent structural challenges, with inefficiencies across ports, rail, and road networks limiting overall trade performance. While agriculture remains one of the sectors most affected, the broader cargo industry is increasingly feeling the strain of these systemic bottlenecks. According to a reportContinue Reading
Kenya Airways expects flight schedules to return to normal within 24 hours following the suspension of a strike that disrupted operations at Jomo Kenyatta International Airport (JKIA). The airline confirmed that it is already working to restore on-time performance after nearly two days of delays and cancellations caused by industrialContinue Reading
Despite easing geopolitical tensions abroad, South Africa’s logistics sector continues to battle a persistent and escalating threat—cargo crime. According to Dr Barbra Duri of the University of Johannesburg, the country’s transport system is under increasing strain, driven largely by the rapid growth of e-commerce and evolving supply chain demands. SpeakingContinue Reading
Global bauxite shipments climbed 16% year-on-year during the first 11 weeks of 2026, largely fueled by robust demand from China for cargoes originating in Guinea. Guinean supply dominated the market, accounting for 79% of total shipments, while volumes from other regions slipped by 3% compared to the same period lastContinue Reading
Panama is preparing to authorize the removal and export of stockpiled ore from the suspended Cobre Panama mine, a move expected to revive bulk cargo flows and generate new logistics activity. The planned approval will allow First Quantum to process and ship material that was mined prior to the shutdownContinue Reading
The United States has identified the development of the Lobito Corridor as a priority infrastructure project under its strategic partnership with the Democratic Republic of the Congo, positioning the initiative as a key driver of regional trade and mineral export efficiency. Central to this effort is the proposed concession awardContinue Reading
