Logistics
& Freight
Private concessions at ports; third-party access to freight rail
network; corporatisation of terminals and operational units
Durban Container Terminal corporatised in 2025
Over 16 licensed private rail operators now operating on key corridors
Border processing time reduced from 8 hours to 2 hours at Beitbridge crossing
Proof Points
$1.5 billion World Bank loan secured (June 2025) for port and rail infrastructure upgrades
First private freight trains operational across national corridors since 2024
Durban port, which handles over 60% of South Africa’s container traffic, is showing early signs of decongestion
Investor Impact
Faster and more predictable export clearances
Lower freight costs across agri, mining, and manufacturing value chains
Improved road-to-rail modal balance supports long-term efficiency
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