Monday 5 September 2016

"Be patient" with Nigeria's aviation delays says transport minister

"Be patient" with Nigeria's aviation delays says transport minister


http://www.cnbcafrica.com/news/western-africa/2016/08/02/be-patient-with-nigerias-aviation-delays-says-transport-minister/

Africa Two-Wheeler Market to Cross $ 9 Billion by 2021: TechSci Research Study


http://www.marketwatch.com/story/africa-two-wheeler-market-to-cross-9-billion-by-2021-techsci-research-study-2016-09-05-112033112

Africa Two-Wheeler Market to Cross $ 9 Billion by 2021: TechSci Research Study

Narcotic Drugs finding a way from Hyderabad to Africa through Air transportation

Narcotic Drugs finding a way from Hyderabad to Africa through Air transportation


‘Africa’s first solar powered bus’ launched in Uganda

‘Africa’s first solar powered bus’ launched in Uganda


East Africa: 'Open Sky' Policy to Ease Travel and Boost EA Tourism

East Africa: 'Open Sky' Policy to Ease Travel and Boost EA Tourism


GoMetro answer to commuter anguish?

GoMetro answer to commuter anguish?


Number plates in South Africa – what you can and can’t do Here’s everything you need to know about number plates in South Africa.

Number plates in South Africa – what you can and can’t do

Here’s everything you need to know about number plates in South Africa.


http://mybroadband.co.za/news/motoring/176749-number-plates-in-south-africa-what-you-can-and-cant-do.html

Sunday 4 September 2016

East Africa: Hail Transport Time, Cost Drop On Central Corridor

Transport costs along the Central Corridor are set to go down after the number of stops of transit trucks was reduced from eight to three.
http://allafrica.com/stories/201608090101.html

8 Of The Cheapest African Cities For Public Transportation

In these African countries, traveling by bus or metro can cost as little as a few cents USD
http://uncova.com/8-of-the-cheapest-african-cities-for-public-transportation

Impounding Uber taxis can affect tourism

The City of Cape Town’s Uber xenophobia will have a knock-on effect on the tourism industry, writes Unathi Sonwabile Henama.
 http://www.iol.co.za/capeargus/impounding-uber-taxis-can-affect-tourism-2055882

Number plate changes a hoax, says department

The Department of Transport has not made a determination, published any notice, or issued a public statement regarding the so-called new number plates.

http://www.iol.co.za/motoring/industry-news/number-plate-changes-a-hoax-says-department-2055647

East Africa: Work On Standard Gauge Railway Starts December

"The project, which will facilitate railway links between four countries (Rwanda, Burundi, DR Congo and Uganda) and the Dar es Salaam Port, will be implemented in four phases," 
http://allafrica.com/stories/201608120109.html

Confusion over new number plate policy as Government Departments make contradictions

What’s the truth behind the proposed motor vehicle number plates? Can the public trust what’s published in a Government Gazette?

http://northernnatalcourier.co.za/55517/confusion-over-new-number-plate-policy-as-government-departments-make-contradictions/

New ‘improved’ vehicle number plates for South Africa – Department of Transport

“As part of the new improvements to our number plates, the regulations will ensure that manufacturers are regulated to ensure that we can account for every motor vehicle number plate that is issued through coding,” the department said
http://businesstech.co.za/news/motoring/133106/new-improved-vehicle-number-plates-for-south-africa-department-of-transport/

Rwanda: Government to start using Drones to transport Key Medical Supplies

The state of affairs has been said to put lives of patients at risk due to the long period it takes to deliver the supplies.

http://www.angop.ao/angola/en_us/noticias/africa/2016/7/33/Rwanda-Government-start-using-Drones-transport-Key-Medical-Supplies,6e4a489e-dc20-4553-9561-d79e77874a61.html

Chinese contractor to breathe new life into Dakar-Mali railway


http://www.africareview.com/business-finance/Dakar-Bamako-railway-A-sleeping-giant-wakes-up/979184-3350724-tth6qn/

Africa: Mwakyembe Decries Poor Surveillance of Tanzania Waters

Dar es Salaam — Weak surveillance systems and bad maritime governance in the vast Indian Ocean and other water bodies cause the government huge losses each year,
http://allafrica.com/stories/201608220177.html

Chinese-made buses hit the streets in Dar es Salaam, Tanzania

http://www.chinapost.com.tw/international/africa/2016/08/25/476500/Chinese-made-buses.htm

Global passenger traffic increases +5.6% in the first half of 2016

http://www.moodiedavittreport.com/global-passenger-traffic-increases-5-6-in-the-first-half-of-2016/

The Global African Investment Summit COMESA & Government of Rwanda (TGAIS-COMESA Rwanda) will take place in Kigali, Rwanda on the 5th and 6th of September 2016


http://exchange.co.tz/the-global-african-investment-summit-comesa-government-of-rwanda-announces-key-speakers/

Qatar, S Africa eye cooperation in transportation projects

He said the metro rail in South Africa is “fully-utilised” by students, employees, and the wider commuting public.“It is good for the population and it appeals to all branches of the society; and because they work on a set timetable, people can organise their daily activities so you know when you get to the station, you’ll be getting on the train on time,”
http://www.gulf-times.com/story/509861/Qatar-S-Africa-eye-cooperation-in-transportation-p

Bus Trips for travel in South Africa

https://www.lonelyplanet.com/thorntree/forums/africa/south-africa/public-transport-please-advise

What the South-east needs is economic, not political Biafra –Aguleri

What the South-east needs is economic, not political Biafra –Aguleri

Zimbabwe partners Botswana, Mozambique in 2 000km project

Zimbabwe partners Botswana, Mozambique in 2 000km project

Assistant Manager - Procurement - West Africa

https://www.naukri.com/job-listings-Assistant-Manager-Procurement-West-Africa-Premium--West-Africa--2-to-3-years-060816900369?src=jobsearchDesk&sid=14729817541872&xp=1