Mozambique
Mozambique’s Ports Face a Test Beyond the Quayside
Beira and Nacala connect southern Africa’s inland economies to global trade, but their promise rests on reliable transport and stronger local connections.
Angola
Angola’s Future Beyond Oil Depends on Connecting Production to Markets
Agriculture, fisheries and transport offer Angola a broader economic base, but their progress depends on finance, skills and reliable links to markets.
Cape Verde
Cape Verde: Navigating the Atlantic Crossroads
Cape Verde seeks to transform its strategic maritime position into a hub for services and the blue economy, navigating the inherent challenges of island scale.
Trade
AfCFTA puts Lusophone Africa’s export ambitions to a practical test
Continental trade integration offers new routes for Lusophone African exporters, but origin rules, border procedures and transport will shape the gains.
Infrastructure
The Lobito Corridor: Redrawing Southern Africa’s Logistics Map
The Lobito Corridor is emerging as a critical artery for Southern Africa, linking landlocked mineral wealth to the Atlantic and reshaping regional trade.