The 3rd Land-Linked Zambia 2024 Conference and Exhibition, the premier transport and logistics event in Lusaka on 4th & 5th April 2024. Engage with African Transport Ministers and stakeholders from over 14 countries to facilitate trade, investments, and movement across the SADC region under the theme "Connecting Zambia and SADC by land."
The African Development Bank's Urban and Municipal Development Fund (UMDF) has approved a 2024 work programme, dedicating US$4.5 million to enhance urban governance, planning, and infrastructure in 14 African municipalities. This initiative aims to improve municipal finance, urban resilience, and climate adaptation across diverse cities including Nairobi, Dakar, and Lagos.
Africa Global Logistics has officially launched the AGL Lobito Terminal, marking a significant advancement in logistics and port operations in Africa. With an investment of 100 million euros, the terminal aims to boost the economic and social development of Angola and the sub-region.
The Railway Safety Regulator has released new regulatory tools aimed at enhancing rail safety, including the Safety Management System Determination, the Common Safety Method on Risk Assessment, and the Regulator Interface Agreements Standard.
Optimum Coal Mine is set to commence coal exports through the Richards Bay Coal Terminal (RBCT) as soon as the rail agreement with Transnet is finalised. This development, is anticipated to start in early April 2024.
The Parliamentary Investment Committee praises the Tanzania Railways Corporation's SGR project for its high construction standards, expected to reduce travel times and freight costs significantly. With over 180,000 jobs created and promising to spur economic growth, the SGR operations from Dar es Salaam to Morogoro mark a milestone in Tanzania's transportation infrastructure development.
The European Bank for Reconstruction and Development (EBRD) has unveiled its 2024-2029 country strategy for Morocco, focusing on enhancing private sector-led economy, promoting social cohesion, and accelerating the green economy transition.
Transnet Freight Rail's landmark achievement on the North Corridor, achieving the highest volume of 1,413 million tonnes in week 53.
The Nakonde One Stop Border Post upgrade, funded by the UK government and facilitated by TradeMark Africa and the Zambian Government, aims to enhance trade between Zambia and Tanzania.
Discover how Amsted Reelin is revolutionizing the African rail industry with Amsted Rail’s End-To-End IoT telematic digital solution for rail. Leveraging Amsted Digital Solutions, this innovative platform offers digital asset tracking and condition-based monitoring, enhancing the efficiency and reliability of railway operations across Africa.
Upgrades at Kalundu Port, DRC, a major milestone in regional trade and economic development. Funded by the Netherlands and executed in partnership with TradeMark Africa, these enhancements bolster the port's capacity and streamline operations, reinforcing DRC's strategic position in the Great Lakes Region.
Botswana Railways' latest initiative to reinstate passenger train services through a collaboration opportunity. Botswana's strategic rail expansion and infrastructure enhancement aims to bolster public transport solutions.
The Richards Bay Multipurpose Terminal enhances its cargo handling capabilities with the arrival of new equipment, including 75 dumpers and 35 payloaders, for loading export coal, magnetite, chrome, and pig iron onto Cape-sized vessels.