As South Africa’s logistics costs continue to climb, rethinking distribution networks can deliver significant savings without reducing volumes. As South Africa’s logistics costs climb to record levels, businesses are under increasing pressure to contain freight expenditure. Yet substantial savings may be possible by changing distribution networks without cutting volumes or negotiating lower transport rates. This

eading logistics provider Bakers SA Limited has further strengthened its commitment to customer service, operational excellence, and innovation through the introduction of 67 new Serco dry-freight bodies mounted on SANY electric trucks. The investment forms part of Bakers SA Limited’s ongoing fleet renewal programme and reflects the company’s proactive approach to adopting technologies that improve

Addressing the country’s supply chain skills deficit is becoming increasingly critical as the sector responds to infrastructure constraints, private-sector participation, digitalisation, automation and more complex global trade requirements. SAPICS has highlighted the need for appropriately skilled and qualified people across supply chain roles. “South Africa’s logistics challenges are often discussed in terms of infrastructure, congestion,

Partnership combines DP World’s global logistics expertise with TGI Group’s strong market presence to expand logistics capabilities and support trade growth in Nigeria and across West Africa DP World and Nigeria-based Tropical General Investments (TGI) Group have joined forces to strengthen logistics capabilities in Nigeria, leveraging their combined expertise to support trade and unlock future

Every litre of fuel consumed on South Africa’s roads reflects the underlying health of the country’s logistics economy. Changes in fuel prices have a far-reaching effect on the country’s supply chain, transport systems, the wider logistics industry as well as the pricing of goods on store shelves. The October increase in the price of fuel

Emirates (www.Emirates.com ) and South African Airways (SAA) today announced an expansion of their codeshare partnership, enabling access to nine cities and establishing the start of a reciprocal codeshare agreement between both carriers. The expanded partnership opens more destinations across central and southern Africa, simplifying connectivity for customers. Since launching their codeshare agreement, Emirates and SAA have

While South Africa’s leading logistics and supply chain companies have made meaningful strides in automation and digitalisation, a widening automation gap threatens to leave much of the sector behind. To address this critical juncture, the Chartered Institute of Logistics and Transport South Africa (CILTSA) has announced its upcoming warehousing conference, designed to provide a roadmap for businesses to transition from traditional storage to high-performance distribution. Scheduled for Thursday, 9 July 2026, in

In line with their shared vision to drive growth and innovation in West Africa, Lagos Free Zone (LFZ) (https://LagosFreeZone.com) and CEVA Logistics have announced the signing of a Joint Venture (JV) agreement. This partnership marks a significant milestone in advancing integrated logistics solutions in Nigeria and the broader West Africa region. The agreement, which has

DHL Supply Chain, the world’s leading contract logistics provider, has received unconditional approval from South Africa’s Competition Tribunal for its acquisition of three Vital Group companies: Vital Distribution Solutions (Pty) Ltd, Staffing Logistics (Pty) Ltd and Vital Fleet (Pty) Ltd. The businesses will operate as subsidiaries of DHL Supply Chain in South Africa, preserving their

The Rhenus Group has reinforced its presence in Morocco with the relocation of its Tangier office to a new 158 m² site, reflecting the company’s long‑term commitment to one of the country’s most dynamic logistics regions. The move marks an important milestone in Rhenus’ growth strategy, enabling closer proximity to customers, greater operational capacity and

Yusen Logistics Global Management Co., Ltd. (YLGM) and Africa Global Logistics (AGL) celebrated the official opening of Yusen Africa (East Africa) Limited at a ceremony held in Nairobi, Kenya. Operating under the brand name “Yusen Africa,” the new joint venture was formally unveiled at the event, marking the start of its operations in the East

Signalling continued confidence in KZN property fundamentals, Growthpoint expands its South African logistics footprint with flagship development. Growthpoint Properties (JSE: GRT) has commenced construction of its new 36,830m² multi-tenanted logistics park, Tecoma Park, in the rapidly emerging Cornubia Town economic hub in KwaZulu-Natal. The major R392m development reinforces Growthpoint’s continued investment in the logistics sector and reflects its

GoCab plans to expand its operations and fleet, aiming for 10,000 active vehicles and $100 million in annual recurring revenue within the next 24 months.  Founded in 2024, GoCab was created to address a fundamental challenge across Africa: limited access to ethical financing and vehicle ownership for gig-economy workers. By combining mobility, technology, and inclusive

Johannesburg – DHL Group (“DHL”) today announced a €300+ million planned investment in Sub-Saharan Africa (SSA), reaffirming its long-term commitment to a region of growing strategic importance in global trade. The multi-year initiative will be deployed across DHL Express, DHL Global Forwarding, and DHL Supply Chain to expand infrastructure, enhance service capabilities, and unlock opportunities for

Scan Global Logistics (SGL), a leading provider of global logistics services, is proud to announce the opening of its new operations in Egypt. This expansion aligns with SGL’s ambitious global growth strategy and increases its foothold in one of the region’s most strategic markets. The opening in Egypt is part of SGL’s strategic focus to

African Export-Import Bank (Afreximbank) launched the African Trade and Distribution Company (ATDC) to catalyse large scale trade in raw materials, minerals and value-added products from across Africa.  Afreximbank, through the Fund for Export Development in Africa (FEDA), established ATDC in collaboration with Arise Integrated Industrial Platforms (Arise IIP), Equitane DMCC and the African Continental Free

Africa’s industrial and logistics market is witnessing accelerated growth, with occupancy levels for modern warehouses reaching 83% in H1 2025—up from 75% a year earlier, representing a 10.7% year-on-year increase. According to the global property consultant Knight Frank’s Africa Industrial Market Dashboard (H1 2025), the sector is recording historic occupancy highs, driven by the rapid