Zambia and DRC to Clear 500 Trucks Daily to Ease Kasumbalesa Border Congestion
Zambia and the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC) have agreed to allow the clearance of at least 500 trucks per day to address the congestion at the Kasumbalesa border on the Copperbelt. This decision comes in response to the over 3,000 trucks marooned on the Zambian side of the border.
Katanga Governor Jacques Katwe announced that another measure to alleviate the situation is extending the working hours for customs officers, from six hours to 20 hours, at the Kasumbalesa, Mokambo, and Sakanya border posts.
Speaking at a meeting in Chililabombwe, Governor Katwe commended the ongoing strong collaboration between Zambia and the DRC.
Commerce Minister Chipoka Mulenga highlighted the productive discussions between the two countries aimed at reducing border congestion, expressing satisfaction with the Congolese government’s commitment to improving the situation.
Copperbelt Province Minister Elisha Matambo also expressed his relief, stating that truck drivers will now be able to move into the DRC without further issues.
