Other notable stories May 2026
Morocco-France electric freight corridor advances cross-border logistics
Morocco is positioning itself as a key logistics bridge between Africa and Europe through plans to establish heavy-duty electric truck corridors linking it with France. Progress in April highlights growing interest in decarbonised freight routes and the potential for integrated cross-border supply chains. This places the country as an early mover in aligning freight infrastructure with Europe’s decarbonisation standards, strengthening its competitiveness in export-oriented logistics.
Ghana expands Chery distribution network through Zonda Tec
Chery’s continued expansion into West Africa gained momentum in April as Ghana broadened its vehicle lineup through Zonda Tec, strengthening Chinese OEM penetration and reinforcing dealership and distribution networks across the region. The growth highlights increasing demand in West Africa’s mid-range vehicle segment, where affordability and availability are reshaping brand competition.
Tanzania begins local assembly of rail locomotives
Tanzania’s move into local locomotive assembly in March signals growing domestic participation in transport infrastructure development, supporting regional logistics capacity and complementing broader mobility system upgrades. This also assists skills development and local supply chain participation, strengthening Tanzania’s long-term positioning within regional transport infrastructure development.
Niger accedes to the Marrakesh Treaty
The Republic of Niger, a member state of the African Intellectual Property Organization (OAPI), has acceded to the Marrakesh Treaty to Facilitate Access to Published Works for Persons Who Are Blind, V...
August 19 2026
OAPI highlights IP’s role in African craft innovation
At the Ninth International Handicrafts Fair of Cameroon (SIARC 2026), held in Yaoundé from 27 July to 5 August, the OAPI showcased the importance of IP protection in promoting innovation and competit...
August 19 2026
Côte d’Ivoire hosts fourth Africa GI training programme
OAPI has launched the fourth edition of the Africa GI Training programme in Abidjan, Côte d’Ivoire, bringing together 18 participants from 13 member states. The programme aims to strengthen experti...
August 19 2026

