Mozambique and Zambia are set to sign a groundbreaking agreement for the construction of a US$1.5 billion (€1.3 billion) petroleum products pipeline, marking a significant […]
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Excessive Cargo Control Measures Stifle Trade at Beitbridge
The Beitbridge Border Post, despite a $300 million upgrade, is once again mired in congestion and delays. Excessive cargo control measures, including a 100% scanning regime and fuel duties, have slowed transit times to over 24 hours, frustrating transporters who must still pay a $200 fee. This inefficiency is stifling regional trade and undermining Zimbabwe’s role as a key transit hub in Southern Africa.