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Transport and Logistics Sector Players Commend Government on Road Infrastructure Development

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Players in the transport and logistics sector have commended President Mnangagwa and the Government for prioritising road infrastructure development, citing improvements in business and reduction in road carnages. The commendation comes during the Zimbabwe Institute of Transport and Logistics (ZITL) three-day 2025 summer school in Kariba. The meeting has provided opportunities for introducing new technologies, including Artificial Intelligence (AI), to enhance revenue and safety in the transport business. Zimbabwe's transport and logistics sector is seeking to build a resilient and sustainable logistics ecosystem to enhance regional integration.

Key Takeaways:

  • The upgrading of the Harare-Masvingo-Beitbridge highway has improved business and reduced road carnages for players in the transport and logistics sector.
  • The proposal to transform some of Zimbabwe's borders to 24-hour ports of entry is expected to reduce road accidents by eliminating rush hour.
  • The introduction of Artificial Intelligence (AI) in the transport and logistics business is key to boost revenue and save workers' lives.
  • Transport and Infrastructure Development Minister Felix Mhona emphasized the need to build and nurture a resilient and sustainable logistics ecosystem in Zimbabwe.
  • The Eastern and Southern Africa Region in transport and logistics has opportunities for new technologies through engagement and cooperation.
  • Players like Shipping and Forwarding Agents' Association of Zimbabwe (SFAAZ) CEO Washington Dube and Zimbabwe Institute of Transport and Logistics (ZITL) board chairman Robert Mandeya see AI as crucial for transport and logistics growth.

Statistics:

  • Zimbabwe has seen improved business and reduced road carnages as a result of upgraded road infrastructure.
  • 24-hour ports of entry are expected to reduce road accidents by eliminating rush hour.
  • Artificial Intelligence (AI) is seen as key to boosting revenue and saving workers' lives in the transport and logistics sector.
  • The transport and logistics sector is seeking to build a robust and sustainable logistics ecosystem.
  • Zimbabwe's transport and logistics sector is intensifying efforts to enhance regional integration.

Sources:

  • "ZITL 2025 summer school" (no date provided)
  • Interview with Shipping and Forwarding Agents' Association of Zimbabwe (SFAAZ) CEO Washington Dube (no date provided)
  • Interview with Zimbabwe Institute of Transport and Logistics (ZITL) board chairman Robert Mandeya (no date provided)
  • Address by Transport and Infrastructure Development Minister Felix Mhona at ZITL 2025 summer school (no date provided)

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