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
UK-based autonomous drone specialist Windracers has launched an operational hub in Malawi to demonstrate the capabilities of its ULTRA unmanned aerial vehicle (UAV) in supporting humanitarian air cargo missions across the region. The new hub is located at Kasungu Airfield in central Malawi and is part of a broader initiativeContinue Reading
In a groundbreaking development for African maritime trade, MSC Mediterranean Shipping Company has made history by deploying ultra-large container vessels (ULCVs)—each with a jaw-dropping 24,000 TEU capacity—to West Africa for the first time. This bold move, marked by the arrival of MSC DILETTA and MSC TÜRKIYE, signals a major turningContinue Reading
CEVA Logistics, a global leader in third-party logistics, signed a contract with Safran, the world’s second-largest aircraft equipment manufacturer, as part of the 55th edition of the International Paris Air Show. The agreement covers the renewal of transport services for three years between Morocco and France, as well as betweenContinue Reading
ASL Airlines Australia Adds Second Boeing 737-800 Freighter, Underscoring Cargo Sector Growth in Emerging Markets ASL Airlines Australia, part of the Ireland-headquartered ASL Aviation Holdings, has added a second Boeing 737-800BCF (Boeing Converted Freighter) to its growing cargo fleet—underscoring how regional air freight is evolving to meet the demands ofContinue Reading
Despite struggling to operate existing maritime and aviation infrastructure, the South African government is moving forward with plans to establish a new state-owned shipping company. The proposed South African Shipping Company (Sasco) has been in the pipeline since the Comprehensive Maritime Transport Policy was released in 2017. A pre-draft billContinue Reading
