Shipping & Logistics Committee
Building Africa's Logistics Backbone
The Shipping & Logistics Committee of Make in Africa brings together people from ports, shipping lines, freight and logistics firms, and customs and trade professionals across the continent. Africa cannot make more of what it uses and sells if goods move slowly and cost too much to move. Members give advice, draft position papers and engage governments and partners on ports, corridors, customs and fair shipping terms, and on what the wider world must do to help.
Our Vision
Moving African Goods Faster and Cheaper
To make trade within Africa and out of it quicker and cheaper, so that processed African goods reach buyers at a fair cost and Africa stops shipping raw materials out for others to finish.
Our Mission
Advocating for Fair, Efficient Logistics
- Policy Representation: Put the concerns of ports, shipping, logistics and supply chain businesses to regulators, regional bodies and the AfCFTA Secretariat.
- Fair Terms: Press partner countries and shipping interests for fair freight, insurance and financing terms, and an end to tariff escalation that punishes processed goods.
- Operational Efficiency: Promote faster border crossings, shared standards and better corridors, cutting cost and time for African producers.
What We Do?
Shaping Logistics Solutions
- Convene Regional Logistics Roundtables to discuss trends, bottlenecks and opportunities across African trade corridors.
- Run a Supply Chain Working Group to share insights and build collaboration among members.
- Engage governments and customs authorities on regulatory barriers and propose practical changes.
- Advocate for operational improvements that make African logistics more competitive.
- Run training sessions and events to raise awareness and build industry skills.
Why Join the Shipping & Logistics Committee?
- Influence Policy: Help shape the rules and frameworks that govern African logistics.
- Expand Networks: Work with senior industry professionals and public bodies to find new opportunities.
- Stay Updated: Gain insight into trends, innovations and best practice in logistics and supply chains.
Lead Africa's Logistics Shift
Join the Shipping & Logistics Committee and help build the ports, corridors and supply chains that Africa's industries need. Become a Member to contribute, collaborate and deliver.
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The Make In Africa Global Summit (MIAGS) is a global platform connecting leaders, businesses, investors, institutions and policymakers shaping the next era of economic growth across the Global South and Africa.
MIAGS advances South–South cooperation, trade, investment, industrialization, technology, infrastructure and economic resilience, creating platforms for dialogue, strategic partnerships and cross-border opportunities.
Our mission is to strengthen the Global South and Africa’s role in the global economy by connecting capital with opportunity, innovation with markets and economic priorities with action—while fostering a more connected, productive and influential economic future.