Antler Gold has expanded its landholding in Namibia. Two additional exploration licenses have been awarded to Antler by the Ministry of Mines and Energy of Namibia, pending issuance of environmental clearance, as well as the renewal of Exclusive Prospecting Licenses EPL-8010 and EPL-6408 (Erongo Central Gold Project). Two newly-awarded licenses, EPL-9134 and EPL-9135, expand the...
Zambia has ratified the Walvis Bay-Ndola-Lubumbashi Development Corridor (WBNLDC) Tripartite Agreement, in a move expected to spur economic growth by improving trade and infrastructure. The WBNLDC serves as a link from the port of Walvis Bay in Namibia to Ndola in Zambia’s Copperbelt and Lubumbashi in the mineral-rich Katanga region of the Democratic Republic of...
The governments of Botswana, Namibia, and South Africa recently formalised their commitment to the advancement and smooth operation of the Trans Kalahari Corridor (TKC) through the signing of a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU). The landmark agreement signifies a collective aspiration to foster trade relationships and ensure unimpeded movement of goods and individuals across the corridor...
By Benjamin Wickham MARRAKECH, Morocco, November 11 — A recent report highlights Africa’s substantial road infrastructure deficit, underscoring the need to address heightened production and transaction costs to fully capitalize on opportunities envisioned under the Africa Continental Free Trade Area. The report, titled “Cross-Border Road Corridors: Expanding Market Access in Africa and Nurturing Continental Integration,”...
Staff Reporter PRETORIA, Oct. 20 — The Trans Kalahari Corridor (TKC) stands as a vital lifeline connecting Botswana, Namibia, and South Africa, serving as a crucial conduit for trade, facilitating the swift movement of goods, and promoting regional integration. In commemoration of the 20th anniversary of the TKC Management Committee (TKCMC), a unique awareness campaign...
From Washington, Simon Marks reports that the United Nations is calling for the creation of a humanitarian corridor that will provide protection for civilians in the Gaza Strip. The post UN calls for humanitarian corridor in Gaza as US tries to negotiate “safe passage” for civilians first appeared on Future Media. Source link
Niël Terblanché Namibia, Botswana, and South Africa have taken a significant step toward boosting trade and regional development with the inauguration of new offices of the Trans Kalahari Corridor Secretariat offices in Windhoek. Namibia’s Minister of Works and Transport, John Mutorwa along with his counterparts from Botswana and South Africa marked the occasion with optimism...
The Trans-Kalahari Corridor (TKC) group will soon introduce a vehicle cargo tracking system to enable real-time visibility and reduce irregularities while improving tax collections. This was agreed at a meeting of the council of ministers of the corridor, held in Windhoek on 31 August, during which the TKC secretariat headquarters was also inaugurated. The event...
By Kaleb Nghishidivali Otjiwarongo, August 02 – The 12th Joint Law Enforcement Operation (JLEO) has commenced in Jwaneng, Botswana, where esteemed officials and stakeholders gathered to discuss the future of the Trans Kalahari Corridor, envisioning it as a smart, efficient, and secure trade route. During the information session, Orapeleng Mosigi, Chairperson of the Trans Kalahari...
