Shipping and Logistics

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South Africa’s Port of Cape Town is recording significant improvements in operational efficiency, with reduced vessel waiting times and faster turnaround performance helping strengthen one of Africa’s most important trade gateways. The improvements are expected to benefit exporters, importers and logistics providers by reducing shipping delays, improving supply chain reliabilityContinue Reading

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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

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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

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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

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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

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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

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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