DP World Plans US$3 Billion Investment to Meet Africa's Growing Logistics Needs

Seeing the potential demand for shipping and logistics infrastructure in Africa, DP World is planning to pump US$3 billion of investments in ports, railways and logistics infrastructure across the continent over the next five years, according to a report by Bloomberg.

Citing the current high cost of logistics in Africa, Mohammed Akoojee, DP World’s CEO and MD for sub-Saharan Africa, said the potential demand presented a significant opportunity.

This sentiment is also reflected in the port operator making significant long-term investments in African ports, logistics and distribution companies during recent years.

Despite many African economies facing challenges like high inflation and borrowing costs, requirements of the continent's burgeoning mining and e-commerce sectors are driving significant future growth in demand for transport and logistics services.

DP World presently employs a work force of 27,000 across the Africa in ports, terminals and supply chain operations.

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