March 2025
Togo - West Africa’s Trade Shake Up: Can Ghana Keep Up with Togo’s Rising Port Power?
Togo's alignment with the Alliance of Sahel States (AES) strengthens Lomé Port’s position as a key maritime hub, challenging Ghana's Tema Port. Lomé’s faster processing times and lower costs make it more attractive to regional traders, while Tema Port faces inefficiencies and higher costs that threaten Ghana’s trade dominance. To maintain its regional influence, Ghana must modernize infrastructure, streamline customs, and improve logistics.
Cameroon - Douala Port Powers Up: More Cranes, Bigger Capacity, Stronger Trade Future
The Port Authority of Douala (PAD) is modernizing its container terminal to strengthen Cameroon's regional trade position, signing financing agreements with French firm NEGRI on January 17, 2025. The project includes expanding quay space, adding a RORO station, and increasing crane capacity, aiming to handle one million containers by 2030. These upgrades will boost trade efficiency, create jobs, and reinforce Douala’s role as a key Gulf of Guinea port.
Congo - Bridging Borders: Congo's $700M Road-Rail Link to Boost Trade and Growth Moves Forward
The Republic of Congo and the Democratic Republic of Congo are advancing plans to build a road-rail bridge linking Brazzaville and Kinshasa to enhance trade and regional integration. Estimated at $700 million, the project will begin bidding in June 2025, with construction expected to start by November. If completed, the bridge will boost cross-border commerce and economic cooperation in Central Africa.
Ivory Coast - Port of Abidjan Rises as a Regional Hub with Record Growth and Global Partnerships
In 2024, the Port of Abidjan nearly doubled its container volume, handling 1.6 million TEUs and driving a 15% increase in total traffic. The expansion was fueled by the "Côte d’Ivoire Terminal," managed by AGL, allowing the port to accommodate larger vessels. Japan's support, including infrastructure projects like the new Grain Terminal, further strengthens Abidjan’s position as a key West African hub. READ MORE