Logistics Update Africa

Network Airline Services (NAS) Johannesburg, the general sales agent (GSA) for Air Tanzania in South Africa, has coordinated the transport of three lion cubs from Johannesburg to Kilimanjaro, Tanzania, where …

Network Airline Services (NAS) Johannesburg has coordinated the transport of three lion cubs from Johannesburg, South Africa, to Kilimanjaro, Tanzania, where they will begin their new home at a wildlife …

Lufthansa Cargo's H1 2026 adjusted EBIT jumped 47% to €199 million, as revenue rose 16% and cargo capacity expanded across key markets. Revenue climbed to €1.92 billion, up from €1.65 …

DP World has completed major dredging works at Senegal’s Port of Ndayane 13 months ahead of schedule, clearing the way for the next phase of marine and civil works as …

AGL Madagascar has successfully executed a major, highly complex logistics project involving the end-to-end transport and precision installation of 51 oversized prefabricated modules. Designed for a large-scale modular building project, …

Network Airline Management (NAM) has expanded its freighter fleet with the addition of a Boeing 747-400BCF, which joined the airline at the end of July 2026. The aircraft marks the …

Australia’s newest international airport has put cargo first. Western Sydney International Airport (WSI) began commercial freighter operations on July 24, 2026 — three months before its first scheduled passenger flight. …

India and Rwanda held the first session of their India–Rwanda Joint Trade Committee (JTC) in New Delhi on July 30–31, 2026, marking a step toward strengthening bilateral trade and economic …

IndiGo has announced that Willie Walsh has assumed charge as its Chief Executive Officer, leading the airline into its next phase of growth and global expansion. Walsh brings more than …

A significant milestone in Southern Africa’s freight rail infrastructure has officially arrived as the first eight Wabtec Corporation C28 locomotives reached the Port of Durban. This landmark delivery marks the …

Damietta Port received 13 vessels and recorded the departure of nine ships over a 24-hour period, bringing the total number of vessels at the port to 32, according to the …

IndiGo has announced that Willie Walsh has assumed charge as its Chief Executive Officer, leading the airline into its next phase of growth and global expansion. Walsh brings more than …

Egypt’s food industry exports reached approximately $3.77 billion in the first half of 2026, the highest half-year export value in the sector’s history, according to Egypt's Food Export Council (FEC). …

Zipline is doubling down on the US market, with upcoming launches announced in Cleveland and Austin. The autonomous delivery company has also strengthened its leadership team by hiring three senior …

The Trans Cargo general cargo terminal at Sokhna Port has received its first commercial vessels since beginning operations, according to Egypt’s Ministry of Transport, marking the start of cargo-handling activities …

Egypt and Indonesia are exploring ways to increase bilateral trade, which currently exceeds $1 billion annually, while identifying new opportunities in logistics, mining, agriculture and investment, including through Egypt’s southern …

Transnet National Ports Authority (TNPA) has docked the 228-metre Marshall Islands-flagged crude oil tanker Troy at the Prince Edward Graving Dock at the Port of Durban, marking the first time …

What began as a welfare crisis became one of the most remarkable live animal logistics operations ever undertaken. From Canada to the U.S., six beluga whales were safely relocated through …

As global trade lanes evolve and regional airspace restrictions impact Middle East air freight operations, how is Oman Air Cargo adapting its strategy to keep global supply chains moving? In …

Egypt and the Philippines have signed an agreement allowing the immediate entry of five Egyptian agricultural products into the Philippine market, marking a step forward in bilateral trade and economic …

The Chamber of Apparel and Home Textile Industries at the Federation of Egyptian Industries (FEI) has signed an agreement with the Egyptian Industrial Exports Company to establish a permanent exhibition …

Qatar Airways Cargo has expanded its global operations with additional freighter services and increased passenger belly-hold capacity across Africa, Asia, the Americas, Europe and the Middle East, reinforcing its position …

Fashion may begin on the runway, but its journey starts long before the lights come on. Every collection showcased at Paris Fashion Week relies on a sophisticated global supply chain …

Egypt exported 165,000 tonnes of food products through 3,250 consignments during the week of July 18–24, 2026, according to the National Food Safety Authority's (NFSA) 27th weekly report for the …

“In Bunia, I met a three-month-old infant who had recovered from Ebola and a nine-month-old child who, despite the loss of both parents, is gradually smiling again thanks to the …

Saudi Aramco is offering additional spot crude cargoes for loading at Egypt's Mediterranean port of Sidi Kerir as renewed Houthi threats to Saudi shipping increase risks for exports transiting the …

Avalon Cargo Melbourne has welcomed the first-ever scheduled Saudia Cargo freighter service from Riyadh via Kuala Lumpur, making history as the first Australian airport to receive freight under the Australia-Saudi …

Etihad Airways and Africa World Airlines (AWA) have signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) to establish a strategic partnership that will strengthen passenger and cargo connectivity between West Africa, Abu …

As Africa's manufacturing sector expands and intra-African trade gathers momentum under the African Continental Free Trade Area (AfCFTA), logistics providers are playing an increasingly important role in connecting markets and …

Picture a shipment of medical supplies leaving Nairobi for Lagos. On paper, this is a journey within the same continent, between two of Africa's biggest economies. In practice, that shipment …

The global conversation surrounding green logistics has long been dominated by a distinct set of capital-intensive benchmarks: rapid fleet electrification, biodegradable packaging, and polished corporate reporting frameworks. While these targets …

Passenger jets grabbed the headlines at the Farnborough International Airshow 2026, but the air cargo industry made some of the biggest moves behind the scenes. In this episode of Business …

Patimban Global Gateway Terminal (PGT) has reached a significant milestone with the arrival of the inaugural call of MSC’s first regular weekly container service at Patimban Port, marking a new …

For the first time in its 80-year history, Saadia Zahidi has been appointed as IATA's first female Director General. A long-time leader at the World Economic Forum, Zahidi will take …

Egypt and the United States have agreed to strengthen industrial cooperation and expand trade ties through new investment initiatives and the adoption of US vehicle safety standards, measures aimed at …

Kenya has begun developing a Digital Service Export Strategy aimed at accelerating the country's digital trade and expanding exports in high-growth technology sectors. The initiative is being led by the …

Africa's digitalisation journey began in the early 2000s with the introduction of e-customs systems, customs modernisation initiatives, and early experiments with single-window platforms. Over the years, the continent has steadily …

For decades, heavy trucks, freight ships, and extensive warehouses formed the invisible supply chain behind Burundi's most prolific brewery – Brarudi, a subsidiary of international drinks giant Heineken. White sorghum, …

Unlike commercial supply chains where delays translate into higher costs or dissatisfied customers, pharmaceutical logistics operates under a far less forgiving equation. A shipment held up at a border crossing, …

DP World has signed an agreement in principle with the Fujairah Ports Authority under a 50-year concession to develop two new terminals on the UAE's east coast. The project covers …

Dedicated main-deck freighter capacity remains indispensable to global trade — even as geopolitical volatility, OEM delivery delays, and aging fleets reshape the calculus for operators worldwide. In this panel from …

TradeMark Africa (TMA) has appointed Baraka Mugisha Billy as Country Director for the Democratic Republic of the Congo (DRC), strengthening its in-country leadership as it expands programmes aimed at improving …

At the inaugural Global Event Logistics Summit (GELS) in Bangkok, moderator Reji John, Editor of STAT Publishing Group, sat down with four leaders shaping the logistics behind the world's biggest …

The July–August 2026 edition of Logistics Update Africa explores the trends reshaping Africa's logistics landscape through humanitarian response, regional integration, digital transformation and sustainable supply chains. Our Cover Story examines …

The Switzerland-based logistics company Kuehne+Nagel reported strong second-quarter 2026 results, with its air logistics business delivering double-digit growth in revenue and earnings, supported by demand from the technology sector, market …

The July–August 2026 edition of Logistics Update Africa explores the trends reshaping Africa's logistics landscape through humanitarian response, regional integration, digital transformation and sustainable supply chains. Our Cover Story examines …

The governments of Botswana and Namibia are progressing plans for the proposed Trans Kalahari Railway (TKR), a strategic cross-border infrastructure project designed to provide Botswana and the wider Southern African …

Cold Chain Technologies has launched EcoFlex XS, a new extra-small addition to its EcoFlex reusable shipping portfolio, designed to meet rising demand for compact temperature-controlled logistics solutions. The new shipper …

The Port of Cape Town recorded strong cargo volume throughput across key commodity sectors during the 2025/26 financial year, underscoring sustained operational recovery at the facility. Container volumes grew by …