African
Logistics
Congested ports that delay cargo for weeks. Customs documentation that changes from one country to the next. Road infrastructure that turns last-mile into a nightmare. Africa is the next great market — and we know how to get there.
The next great market demands logistics that overcome every obstacle
Africa is a continent with 54 countries, each with its own customs regulations, languages, and infrastructure. The AfCFTA (African Continental Free Trade Area) is changing the landscape, but operational complexity remains enormous. An expanding middle class, infrastructure boom, and abundant natural resources make Africa a market that cannot be ignored. We connect Africa to our US hub with practical experience in every corridor.
10+
Countries Served
12+
Major Ports
5+
Cargo Airports
10–30
Days Transit Time
Coverage across Africa's key markets
South Africa
Ports: Durban, Cape Town, Port Elizabeth
Airports: JNB Johannesburg O.R. Tambo
Key Products: Mining, automotive, wines, fruits, chemicals
Customs: SARS (South African Revenue Service), ITAC licenses, AGOA preferential
Nigeria
Ports: Lagos/Apapa, Tin Can Island, Onne
Airports: LOS Lagos Murtala Muhammed
Key Products: Petroleum, FMCG, construction, agriculture, technology
Customs: NCS (Nigeria Customs Service), SON compliance, Form M for imports
Kenya
Ports: Mombasa
Airports: NBO Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta
Key Products: Flowers, tea, coffee, textiles, horticulture
Customs: KRA (Kenya Revenue Authority), KEBS standards, EAC customs union
Egypt
Ports: Alexandria, Port Said, Damietta
Airports: CAI Cairo International
Key Products: Textiles, chemicals, petroleum, food products, construction
Customs: Egyptian Customs Authority, Suez Canal as strategic hub, preferential agreements
Ghana, Tanzania & Ethiopia
Ports: Tema (GH), Dar es Salaam (TZ)
Airports: ADD Addis Ababa Bole
Key Products: Cocoa, gold (GH), minerals (TZ), coffee, flowers (ET)
Customs: GRA (Ghana), TRA (Tanzania), ERCA (Ethiopia), varied documentation requirements
Morocco, Mozambique & Angola
Ports: Casablanca, Tanger Med (MA), Maputo (MZ), Luanda (AO)
Key Products: Textiles, phosphates (MA), natural gas (MZ), petroleum (AO)
Customs: Varied regional regulations, SADC agreements, and EU-Morocco preferential agreements
Routes connecting Africa to the world
USA → Africa
Transit: 18–25 days
Destinations: Durban, Lagos, Mombasa, Casablanca
Machinery, equipment, FMCG, technology, vehicles. AGOA preferential for qualifying countries, SARS and NCS compliance.
Europe → Africa
Transit: 10–18 days
Origins: Rotterdam, Antwerp, Le Havre → Lagos, Tema, Durban
Industrial machinery, pharmaceuticals, FMCG, automotive. Historically strong route with colonial connections and preferential agreements.
Asia → Africa
Transit: 20–30 days
Origins: Shanghai, Mumbai → Mombasa, Dar es Salaam, Durban
Electronics, textiles, construction materials, consumer goods. China as Africa's largest trading partner with massive infrastructure investments.
Africa → USA
Transit: 18–25 days
Origins: Durban, Lagos, Mombasa → Houston, Newark, Savannah
Minerals, coffee, flowers, cocoa, petroleum, fruits. AGOA certificates of origin, FDA compliance for food products, and CBP clearance.
Industries that drive Africa
Energy & Mining
South Africa, Nigeria, Ghana: minerals, petroleum, gold, diamonds. Project cargo for mining equipment and platforms.
View industry →Construction
Infrastructure boom across the continent. Steel, cement, heavy equipment, and construction materials.
View industry →Agriculture & Food
Kenyan flowers, Ethiopian coffee, Ghanaian cocoa. Cold chain and phytosanitary compliance for export.
View industry →FMCG
Expanding middle class creating growing demand for consumer goods. Complex regional distribution.
View industry →Complete logistics solutions for Africa
Ocean Freight
FCL and LCL to Durban, Lagos, Mombasa, Alexandria, and all African ports.
View service →Customs Brokerage
SARS, NCS, KRA, and all African customs. AfCFTA compliance and per-country documentation.
View service →Navigating African customs complexity
AfCFTA — Continental Free Trade
The AfCFTA (African Continental Free Trade Area) is creating a single market of 1.3 billion people. Intra-African tariffs are being reduced, but implementation varies by country. We track every change to optimize your costs.
Per-Country Customs — Each with Its Own Rules
Nigeria requires Form M and SON compliance. South Africa requires SARS clearance and ITAC licenses. Kenya requires KEBS certification. Egypt requires specific importer registrations. Each country is its own regulatory universe — we master each one.
AGOA — Preferential US Access
The African Growth and Opportunity Act (AGOA) offers duty-free US access for qualifying African countries. Correct certificates of origin and AGOA rules compliance can save thousands in tariffs. We ensure your documentation is perfect.
Documentation & Operational Challenges
African ports can have chronic congestion (especially Lagos). Incomplete documentation can result in weeks of demurrage. Road infrastructure varies drastically. We plan every detail to minimize risks and maximize delivery speed.
Countries We Serve in Africa
Navigate to any country to see ports, airports, customs procedures, and trade data specific to your destination.
South Africa
ZA
Ports: 2
Airports: 1
Trade Rank: Sub-Saharan Africa's largest economy
Nigeria
NG
Ports: 1
Airports: 1
Trade Rank: West Africa's largest economy
Egypt
EG
Ports: 2
Airports: 0
Trade Rank: Suez Canal controller, Middle East-Africa bridge
Kenya
KE
Ports: 1
Airports: 1
Trade Rank: East Africa's largest economy, regional hub
Morocco
MA
Ports: 2
Airports: 0
Trade Rank: North Africa's developed economy, Atlantic-Mediterranean bridge
Ghana
GH
Ports: 1
Airports: 1
Trade Rank: West Africa's stable economy, ECOWAS gateway
Tanzania
TZ
Ports: 1
Airports: 1
Trade Rank: East-Central Africa's main port, gold exporter
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