Middle East/Africa

Saloodo! Launches Digital Logistics Platform for South African Shippers and Transport Providers

November 13, 2019

Digital freight forwarder Saloodo!, a subsidiary of DHL Global Forwarding, recently launched its digital logistics platform for shippers and transport providers in South Africa, bringing the first digital road freight solution to the region.

Middle East Businesses Must Adopt New Technologies in Response to Global Supply Chain Risks, Urge Industry Leaders

October 24, 2019

SupplyChainBrain

Investment in technology and skills can help firms mitigate supply chain risks. Key issues and opportunities to be discussed at the Procurement and Supply Chain MENA event later this month.

Against the Tide, Cocoa Growers Plan to Suspend Ethical Programs

World’s Top Cocoa Growers Plan to Suspend Ethical Programs

October 21, 2019

Bloomberg

In a world that’s growing increasingly concerned about corporate commitments to environmental and social responsibility, top cocoa producers Ivory Coast and Ghana are planning to make a move that goes against the tide.

The World Loses $400 Billion of Food Before It Reaches Stores

October 17, 2019

Bloomberg

Some 14% of all food produced is lost annually, with central and southern Asia, North America and Europe accounting for the biggest shares.

Africa’s Biggest Trading Partners Agree to Strengthen Ties

October 4, 2019

Bloomberg

South Africa and Nigeria agreed to expand the continent’s deepest trade relationship.

Qatar Trade Summit: Innovation and Disruption Revolutionising the Logistics Industry in Qatar.

October 2, 2019

Valuable insights into the future of Qatar’s Trade and investments sector aligned with logistics and supply chain in the region will be showcased at the exclusive Qatar Trade Summit scheduled to take place from 25th to 27th November 2019 in Doha, Qatar, The summit is Qatar’s only event focusing on the nation’s economic diversification plans and progress with strategic plans on becoming the regions logistics hub.

How Smart Use of Service Supply Chain Can Recession-Proof Your Business

September 25, 2019

Flash Global Logistics

When a supply chain is lean and responsive to data, economic downturns can have minimal impact.

Announcing Supply Chain Strategy & Management, 29th-31st January 2020 in Nairobi, Africa

September 17, 2019

This three-day focused and interactive programme will equip the participants with the required knowledge, operational tools and templates to create an effective supply chain strategy.

Saudis Race to Restore Oil Output After Aramco Attacks

September 16, 2019

Bloomberg

Saudi Arabia is racing to restore oil production after a brazen drone strike on a key Aramco facility slashed its output by half, removing about 5% of world supply.

Nissan, BMW Are Pulling South Africa Into the Electric Car Era

August 20, 2019

Bloomberg

The industry is preparing a unified stance on electrification to present to the government by the end of the year.

Middle East/Africa

The latest supply chain news, analysis, trends and best practices for companies operating in the Middle East and Africa. The Middle Eastern region consists of 18 countries that stretch from the western borders of Turkey and Egypt to the eastern edges of Iran and Saudi Arabia. Learn how businesses are optimizing supply chain and logistics performance in these regions, addressing a range of challenges such as poor infrastructure, complex customs and tax laws, unstable political climates and government controlled exchange rates - as well as capitalizing on new land and labor opportunities, particularly across Africa.