Africa is a commodity-producing continent. The commodities are, more often than not, bought by international traders through local companies set up by them. More trade means more insurable assets in […]
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World Bank approves funding for Tanzanian transport network
$300 million US dollars has been approved by the World Bank for Tanzania to improve the East African central corridor and boost trade with landlocked neighbouring countries. According to the […]
SA and Congo to revitalise diplomatic relations
The second session of the South Africa-Congo Joint Commission for Cooperation (JCC), aimed at revitalising the diplomatic, political and economic relations that exist between the two countries has taken place […]
A single customs centre set up in East Africa
The establishment of a single customs and immigration centre at the Songwe-Kasumulu border between Tanzania and Malawi is being set up aimed at boosting trade and cementing bilateral relations between […]
Avoid marine cargo insurance mistakes
As South Africa continues to strengthen its international trade ties, it is becoming increasingly important for cargo owners to get to grips with the complexities of arranging marine cargo insurance. […]
Port Finance International London (focus on Africa)
Africa’s ports sector is booming thanks to growing trade and investment. And as imports and exports grow, increased capacity is an urgent requirement. Projects are under way throughout the continent […]
Customs capacity building in Eastern and Southern Africa
Interview with Ms. Maggie Tladi - Customs and Trade Facilitation Expert with TradeMark Southern Africa. Ms. Tladi speaks on TMSA’s collaboration with the World Customs Organisation (WCO) East and Southern […]
Defining historic sea structures
The second Maritime Administrators Conference (MARADS) was hosted in Johannesburg by the South African Marine Safety Authority (SAMSA), an entity of the South African department of Transport during October. It […]
Mitigating health risks along EAC transport corridors
Dar es Salaam: As the East African Community (EAC) braces for major transformation in terms of trade and movement of people, the regional body faces the challenge of an increase in […]
Are you feeling lost with cargo security requirements?
In a world of ever-changing regulations, air cargo professionals need to keep up with an increasing number of security regimes and requirements (and acronyms). This is quite a challenge, especially […]