Logistics costs significantly impact export competitiveness. Investments in port performance, multimodal corridors, customs modernisation, and digital trade documentation can reduce delays and enhance reliability for EU–Africa supply chains.
Reality Check
The World Bank LPI 2023 shows varied logistics performance; hubs like South Africa and Morocco perform relatively well, while others lag. Border clearance and infrastructure bottlenecks remain key challenges for exporters and importers.
Priority Moves
Port Upgrades: Improve berth productivity, implement digital twins, and use truck appointment systems.
Rail-Road-Port Interfaces: Develop cross-border corridors (e.g., Lobito) for minerals and agriproducts.
Customs & SPS: Adopt risk-based inspections, AEO programmes, and e-certificates.
Trade Finance & Insurance: Faster documents reduce working capital costs and risk premia.
How EuroAfrica B2B Helps
Directories of 3PLs, freight forwarders, and customs brokers; RFQ tools and performance reviews.
Academy Modules on Incoterms, documentary credits, and single-window best practice.
Key Takeaways
Logistics reform and corridor investment unlock sector competitiveness from agrifood to mining.
Sources: World Bank Logistics Performance Index 2023 and related reports.
