Publications

Welcome to Publications, your one-stop resource hub for the Global Freight Industry, with a special emphasis on Africa. Explore a carefully curated selection of publications, articles, and reports that offer valuable insights into the dynamic world of freight logistics. Whether you're a seasoned professional, an aspiring entrepreneur, or simply curious about global freight trends, our collection of links provides the latest research and analysis to keep you informed.

Freight Features

Africa Outlook. Welcome to this edition of Freight Features, where we explore the surging demand for logistics in Africa driven by the extraction of minerals, oil, and gas. Kris van Heerden, General Manager of DSV South Africa, discusses the economic opportunities and challenges in this dynamic sector.

ESSE Newsletter November 2023

Announcing the Clearing Agents' Management Module - Starting September 30, 2023, importers with customs rebates or incentives must electronically appoint agents using this streamlined system for efficient customs declarations. Stay tuned for smoother processes!

Freight Features

November 2023 Compendium. In this November edition, our team explores trends in warehousing, depots, and distribution. The highlight is a special feature on Mozambique, revealing the country's dedication to enhancing its logistics sector through ongoing investments in ports and transformative projects across infrastructure, energy, agriculture, and healthcare.

ESSE Newsletter October 2023

October 2023 ESSE Clearing highlights Zambia's new tax policy from January 1, 2024, and the Authorized Economic Operator program. The newsletter covers 2024 budget changes, transit fraud seizures, customs digitization, and ESSE Clearing's airfreight tips with 65% of entries finalized within 24 hours.

Freight Features

October 2023 Compendium. In this edition, we explore the transformative impact of electric vehicles, shedding light on the profound shifts under way.

Freight Features

Technology - September 2023. Embracing Generative AI for survival and success. Data analysis pinpoints optimisation opportunities and vulnerabilities. Tech innovation set to revolutionise global supply chains.

The Journal of African Business

The Journal of African Business, published quarterly by Global African Network since 2020, covers a wide range of topics related to business and investment in Africa, including entrepreneurship, urban development, Special Economic Zones, executive education, and insurance.

Freight Features

Our September Freight News compendium delves into the dynamic changes in the airfreight sector, celebrates women's contributions in the industry, explores developments in Zambia and the DRC, and addresses challenges in agriculture, all with a commitment to providing diverse and insightful perspectives.

SADC Government Handbook

The latest edition of the SADC Government Handbook provides essential information for businesses operating in Africa and offers valuable statistics on African trade, issued annually by the Southern African Development Community (SADC).

Transport & Logistics News

The 11th annual Transport Evo-lution Africa Forum & Expo, Africa’s only port, rail, and road meeting place, returns to Durban, SouthAfrica in 2023.

RFA Truck Talk

The RFA Truck Talk is a bi-annual publication. The publication is eagerly awaited by Industry as it contains topical information on industry issues, feedback on legislation and articles written by leading industry experts, all aimed at helping our Industry navigate the current tough business environment.