Transport and Logistics - Copperbelt Katanga Mining

USD 956 million needed for the modernization of the Matadi-Kinshasa railway 1

The Matadi-Kinshasa railway modernization project necessitates a budget of $956 million, as revealed by Adel Kayinda, Minister of State and Minister of Portfolio, during the recent Council of Ministers meeting held on February 16, 2024. Kayinda outlined the essential steps required for the successful execution of this transformative railway project in the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC), emphasizing positive assessments from the Analysis Commission regarding technical, financial, and legal aspects. Four critical conditions were highlighted for the project’s success: 1.Establishment of a project company to oversee the CFMK. 2.Formation of… Read More Here

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Ivanhoe Mines’ Kamoa-Kakula to Export Copper via Lobito Railway

February 12, 2024February 12, 2024 Constance

Term sheet allocates Kamoa-Kakula up to 240,000 tonnes of annual capacity for export of copper products along the Lobito Corridor from 2025 ■ Lobito Corridor passes through Ivanhoe’s Western Foreland licences and within five kilometres ofKamoa-Kakula ■ Lobito Corridor will transform economic and social development of the DRC, as well as its neighbouring countries, accelerating regional economic development ■ Lobito Corridor is supported by the United States and G7 nations through the Partnership for Global Infrastructure and Investment Ivanhoe Mines’ (TSX: IVN) (OTCQX: IVPAF) Executive Co-Chair Robert Friedland and President Marna… Read More Here

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Zambia’s Govt Inaugurates Chambeshi Railway Siding Depot to Boost Logistics in the Country

January 31, 2024January 31, 2024 Constance

The Zambian government has officially launched a railway siding depot at Sunline Zambia logistics company in Kalulushi District, Copperbelt. The depot aims to facilitate the transportation of fifteen thousand metric tonnes of coal monthly, contributing to efforts to enhance the railway sector and alleviate road congestion caused by heavy cargo transport. Transport and Logistics Minister Frank Tayali emphasized the project’s significance, praising the government’s economic policies that attracted a three-million-dollar investment from the Chinese company into the Chambeshi railway siding. Johnny Jiang, Chairman of Sunline International Logistics, commended the Zambian… Read More Here

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Zambia and Botswana Establish Kazungula Bridge Authority for Regional Economic Growth

January 31, 2024January 31, 2024 Constance

Zambia and Botswana have successfully concluded discussions to establish the Kazungula Bridge Authority, which will be headquartered in Botswana. During a meeting with Botswana President Mokgweetsi Masisi, Zambian President Hakainde Hichilema announced the outcomes of the discussions. The key agreement is that the Chief Executive Officer of the Kazungula Bridge Authority will be a Zambian. President Masisi shared that, once formalities are completed, the authority will focus on expanding access roads and implementing advanced ICT technology to enhance service delivery. Ministers from both countries have been assigned to address outstanding… Read More Here

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Lobito Atlantic Railway Assumes Control of Benguela Railway Operations

January 30, 2024January 30, 2024 Constance

In a significant development reported on January 25, the Lobito Atlantic Railway S.A. officially assumed operational control of the Benguela Railway, a pivotal rail infrastructure within the Lobito Corridor. The inaugural departure of the first two trains was sanctioned at 5:00, with the Board of Directors of the Caminho de Ferro de Benguela in attendance, as shared on Vecturis’ LinkedIn page. The Lobito Atlantic Railway S.A. represents a collaborative joint venture involving Trafigura, Mota-Engil, and Vecturis, tasked with managing the primary railway concession integral to the Lobito Corridor. A key… Read More Here

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All-American Rail Group Inks MOU to Assist Angola to Extend Northern Corridor Rail to DRC

January 30, 2024January 30, 2024 Constance

On December 9, 2023, the All-American Rail Group (“AARG”) codified its commitment to provide advisory services to Angola’s rail and infrastructure development through the signing of a Memorandum of Understanding (“MOU”) with Angola’s Ministry of Transport. The entire Lobito Corridor project is valued at $4.5 billion and includes infrastructure through more than 340 kilometers (i.e., 830 miles) of land through Angola, the DRC and Zambia. This MOU is related to the Angola portion of the track between Luanda, Angola’s capital, and the Democratic Republic of Congo’s (DRC) southern city of… Read More Here

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U.S. Secretary of State Travels to Africa on Four-Nation Tour

January 22, 2024January 22, 2024 Constance

U.S. Secretary of State Antony Blinken has undertaken a four-nation tour of Africa to boost infrastructure investment and trade with the continent.During the tour, Blinken will visit Cape Verde, Côte d’Ivoire, Nigeria, and Angola. The six-day tour, which began on 21 January in Cape Verde, will focus on regional security, conflict prevention, democracy promotion, and trade, with particular emphasis being placed on the U.S.’s strategic partnership with Angola. Blinken is expected to expand on the Biden Administration’s partnership with Angola in the areas of economic investment, food security, health and… Read More Here

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Zambia’s Transport Minister Commends Ratification of Walvis Bay-Ndola-Lubumbashi Corridor

January 22, 2024January 22, 2024 Constance

Zambia’s Transport and Logistics Minister, Frank Tayali, expresses immense satisfaction following the recent ratification of the Walvis Bay-Ndola-Lubumbashi Corridor. This development, involving the Democratic Republic of Congo, Namibia, and Zambia, is poised to be a game-changer, fostering economic growth not only within member countries but also beyond. Tayali underscores the significance of this corridor in propelling economic development, aligning with the Zambian Government’s vision to transform the nation into a pivotal transport and logistics hub within the region. This strategic move resonates with the government’s broader goal of steering Zambia… Read More Here

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The Lobito Corridor Project’s Strategic Impact on Sustainability and Global Influence

January 15, 2024January 15, 2024 Constance

In the ever-evolving landscape of electric vehicles (EVs), a new challenge is emerging that extends beyond charging station accessibility: the availability of a critical mineral – cobalt. This heavy metal, predominantly sourced from central Africa, plays a pivotal role in EV batteries, and its scarcity poses a potential hindrance to the widespread adoption of EVs in the United States. To address this concern and bolster the global supply of cobalt and other essential minerals, the United States is investing significantly in a groundbreaking infrastructure initiative in Africa. The Lobito Corridor… Read More Here

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Angola: Port of Lobito Records Improved Ship Movements

January 12, 2024January 12, 2024 Constance

Angola’s second largest port, the Port of Lobito, has recorded an increase of 7.57% in ship movement since 2022, with 351 ships docked at the port handling 1,332,451 tons of cargo in 2023. Announced by Celso Rosas, Chairman of the Board of Directors of the Port of Lobito, it was highlighted that the port collected revenues of more than $16.6 million in 2023. Despite an increase in ship movements, however, the Port of Lobito recorded a reduction of 14.9% in terms of tons of cargo while simultaneously recording a decrease… Read More Here