AUDA-NEPAD signs three landmark MOUs at the Luanda Financing Summit, advancing Agenda 2063 through innovative financing for Africa’s infrastructure and energy.
At the Luanda Summit, African leaders pledge to close the infrastructure gap, mobilising funds and partnerships to build a connected and sovereign Africa.
The Luanda Financing Summit secured US$18 billion for 38 bankable projects, marking a turning point in Africa’s infrastructure investment and coordination.
Transport Minister Barbara Creecy launches PRASA’s Renewable Energy Project, Train Set 300, and Isipingo Mall, marking milestones in South Africa’s rail renewal.
Transnet Rail Infrastructure Manager and the Outeniqua Choo Tjoe Company sign a 25-year concession to restore and operate South Africa’s iconic heritage steam train.
Côte d’Ivoire launches the Abidjan Sustainable and Integrated Urban Mobility Project with €200 million IsDB funding to modernise transport and cut emissions.
Travellers warned of curfews, unrest, and major transport disruptions in Tanzania following the 29 October elections. Avoid protests and monitor local updates.
South Africa launches Passenger Rail RFI and releases Rail & Port Freight RFI results to boost private sector participation in rail infrastructure.
Guinea signs key maritime transport agreements for the Simandou Project, marking a decisive step toward launching the world’s largest integrated mining venture.
Mozambique and Zambia sign a landmark agreement to implement a One-Stop Border Crossing at Cassacatiza–Chanida, enhancing trade and regional connectivity.
Botswana outlines new infrastructure and rail expansion plans under NDP 12 to boost trade, improve logistics, and attract investment through PPP projects.
Grindrod opens a new 4 000 m² warehouse at Walvis Bay, boosting Africa’s trade efficiency and expanding regional logistics capacity across multiple corridors.
Transnet’s Cape Town Container Terminal boosts readiness for the 2025/26 deciduous fruit season with new RTGs, upgrades, and enhanced efficiencies.
Western Cape Minister Isaac Sileku hails Maersk’s Belcon Cold Store as a major boost for export competitiveness, rail logistics, and economic growth.
Port of Gauteng urges DoT to fix economic flaws in rail PSP plans, citing road freight competition and the need for profitability on the Durban–Gauteng Corridor.
Network Rail awards SatSense a multi-million-pound contract to deliver satellite radar-based ground monitoring and flood detection across Britain’s rail network.
New study finds South Africa–Europe iron-ore shipping route could deploy green ammonia-fuelled vessels by 2029 and achieve full decarbonisation by 2035.
Maersk’s USD 100M+ Belcon Cold Store in Cape Town boosts South Africa’s perishable exports with world-class cold chain logistics and infrastructure.
Pensana secures U.S. EXIM backing for US$160M Longonjo Mine to boost rare earth supply, strengthen U.S. strategic materials, and advance mine-to-magnet chain.
South Africa launches its Regional Rapid Transit and High-Speed Rail PSP programme to modernise commuter systems and boost regional and continental connectivity.
World Bank’s Nigeria Development Update urges action to turn recent economic reforms into real improvements for households amid growth and high food inflation.
BCG report finds only 6% of Africa’s 130 transnational infrastructure projects are under construction, citing coordination, funding, and execution challenges
Ghana launches its 30-year Infrastructure Plan, led by Deputy Finance Minister Thomas Nyarko Ampem, outlining national priorities for sustainable development.
EBRD provides a €42 million loan to Srbijavoz for 12 new sleeping cars, modernising Serbia’s rail fleet and aligning international services with EU standards.
Morocco invests MAD 96 billion to expand and modernise its rail network by 2030, adding high-speed lines, rolling stock, and new stations nationwide.