Ethiopian Airlines recorded a turnover of $9.1 billion at the end of its 2025/2026 fiscal year, according to the results presented on 29 July by its Managing Director, Mesfin Tasew. The company reports having transported 20.7 million...
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Supply Chain Africa: From Simandou to the last kilometre, the hidden cost of human risk
By Dr Elhadj Ibrahima Sory Diakité, Physician & Consultant Expert in Occupational Health and Safety (SST) Director of Sphere Guinea Consulting Overheating port hubs, titanium mining sites like Simandou, pressure of hyper-speed in the...
Egypt: Trans Cargo Terminal in Sokhna Port Hosts First Commercial Ships · Global Voices
The various freight terminal Trans Cargo, at the port of Sokhna in Egypt, welcomed on 26 July 2026 its first commercial ships after its entry into operation. This step marks the effective start of handling operations on this new...
Mozambique: MSC launches maritime link dedicated to Mozambique LNG gas project
The Mediterranean Shipping Company (MSC) is strengthening its presence in Mozambique with the launch of Afungi Shuttle, a new maritime service to support the supply of the Mozambique LNG gas project. This new service aims to...
Egypt: Permanent export hub opens in Nairobi to support sales in East Africa
Egypt is strengthening its support mechanism for exporters in African markets with the creation of a permanent exhibition space and logistics services in Nairobi, Kenya. The project should facilitate access by Egyptian manufacturers to African customers from...
Air freight: Saudia Cargo and Riyadh Cargo sign an interline agreement to expand their international connections
On 28 July 2026, Saudia Cargo and Riyadh Cargo concluded an interline agreement to extend the possibilities for the transport of cargo via Saudi Arabia. In particular, the partnership must facilitate the access of freight forwarders to new roads and accompany...
Kenya: Aviation workers strike suspended to allow negotiations to resume
The Kenya Aviation Workers' Union (KAWU) suspended the social movement which it envisaged following an agreement with several actors in the sector. Negotiations must now open with airlines and authorities...
Congo: Congo Terminal strengthens its fleet with 22 new tractors at the port of Pointe-Noire
Congo Terminal has received 22 new port tractors at the Autonomous Port of Pointe-Noire, Republic of Congo, to strengthen its handling capabilities. This acquisition takes place while the operator prepares the commissioning of the East Pole, planned for the...
Guinea: New private airline expected by June 2027
A new private airline is planned in Guinea. It is expected to begin operations by the end of the first half of 2027, with a fleet of about 10 aircraft. The carrier intends first to develop...
Senegal: DP World completes dredging of the port of Ndayane 13 months ahead
Dredging work for the future deep water port of Ndayane, Senegal, was completed in July 2026, 13 months before the original deadline. In a press release issued on 27 July, DP World states that this step should allow for more...