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Practical insight on trucking, freight and logistics across Southern Africa's corridors, written by the team at AfroFleet Technologies for Load Owners and Load Carriers.
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A practical guide for Load Owners and Load Carriers moving truck loads between Harare and Johannesburg: routes, Beitbridge clearance, documents, transit times and how to find loads for the return leg.
How chrome, lithium and iron ore move from Zimbabwean and South African mines to port: truck types, payloads, export permits, corridor choices and how AfroFleet helps mines find full truck load carriers.
Empty return trips eat up to 40 percent of trucking capacity in Africa. Here are five practical ways Load Carriers and Load Owners cut deadhead miles, from backhaul matching to round-trip contracts and pre-booking trips on AfroFleet.
Cargo theft, fake transporters and uninsured trucks are the biggest risks in African cross-border freight. Here is why Load Owners should only work with verified KYC carriers and how AfroFleet keeps carrier identity, permits and compliance current.
Which truck should carry your load? Compare flatbed, reefer, dry van (tautliner) and dropside trailers by cargo type, payload, weather protection and cost, and learn how to post a load with the right equipment type on AfroFleet.
Exploring emerging trends and technologies in the logistics industry with a focus on Africa and the SADC region.
Best practices for carriers and shippers to optimize their operations in the African logistics landscape.
How the industry is adapting to environmental challenges in Africa.