Kenya Airways and Air Tanzania have signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) aimed at strengthening regional aviation through expanded cooperation in cargo, training, aircraft maintenance, safety, and innovation. The agreement, signed on July 28 in Dar es Salaam, signals a shift toward collaboration over competition in East Africa’s aviation sector.Continue Reading
In June, Durban’s multipurpose terminal welcomed a striking new arrival—the GREAT TEMA (IMO 9935038), a state-of-the-art Ro-Ro/Container (Ro-Con) vessel operated by the Grimaldi Group. With its gleaming white-and-yellow hull and imposing presence, the ship turned heads—and not just for its looks. For those following the evolution of West African maritimeContinue Reading
In Africa’s fast-evolving mining sector, efficient materials handling is critical to project success—especially in operations with long haul distances, steep gradients, tight curves, or difficult terrain. For EPC (Engineering, Procurement, and Construction) contractors, haulage systems can become a major cost-driver, with a direct impact on project viability. At the sameContinue Reading
Mozambique’s national airline questions Dane Kondic’s ability to fully commit to restructuring efforts amid regional board appointment Mozambique’s national carrier, LAM (Linhas Aéreas de Moçambique), has expressed concern following the appointment of its management committee chair, Dane Kondic, to the board of Air Botswana—a rival regional airline. A Dual RoleContinue Reading
Konecranes S series hoist brings intelligent solutions to enhance operator safety and productivity Crane safety is not optional—it’s essential. That’s the message from Ian Grobler, Sales Manager for Konecranes and Demag South Africa, as the company launches its cutting-edge Konecranes S series hoist, packed with smart technologies designed to elevateContinue Reading
Game-changer for mineral logistics in Central and Southern Africa The long-awaited Lobito Corridor rail project—set to reshape how bulk minerals are moved across Africa—has picked up serious momentum, with U.S. backing, European investment, and growing private sector interest. Designed to link the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC), Angola, and Zambia,Continue Reading
FlySafair has begun adjusting flight schedules for selected routes departing between July 22 and 28, in anticipation of a potential pilot strike. Affected passengers are being notified of the changes. The proactive move comes as salary negotiations between the airline and its pilots—represented by Solidarity—have reached a deadlock. The union,Continue Reading
Despite a clear conflict with Regulation 224(b) of the National Road Traffic Act (1996), transporters across South Africa continue to operate high-cube containers without abnormal load permits — and authorities appear to be looking the other way. The regulation limits the maximum permissible height for vehicles on public roads toContinue Reading
President Cyril Ramaphosa has reaffirmed government’s commitment to invest over R1 trillion in infrastructure development—targeting roads, ports, rail, energy, and water systems—over the next three years. Presenting The Presidency Budget Vote for 2025/2026, Ramaphosa emphasized that infrastructure will be the “flywheel of economic growth,” with projects improving service delivery, reducingContinue Reading
At this year’s Hannover Messe, motion plastics specialist igus introduced its latest innovation in cable management systems: the glide-chain G4.42, a lightweight, cost-effective energy chain designed specifically for gliding applications with travel lengths of up to 30 meters—ideal for use in indoor cranes and production hall systems. Engineered for EfficiencyContinue Reading
