Dossier
African Ports
Coverage of African Ports in the Nexus archive.
- China’s influence on African ports extends to software, automation and AI: study
Chinese firms operate, finance, or hold stakes in about one third of African ports, with Beijing controlling the software, automation, and AI tools managing the infrastructure. China also finances and operates connected road, rail, and warehousing networks, integrating African trade with its own systems.
- Top African Ports Miss Refuel Gain
Top African ports are missing out on refueling gains, affecting their operations and revenue. This is due to various factors, including infrastructure and logistical challenges. The situation is impacting the overall efficiency of these ports.