Regulars

Regulars

FOcus on transport and Logistics

Our regular columns and sections are all contributions from leading industry figures.

May 20, 2025

The VAT debacle as it unfolded

The VAT debacle as it unfolded May 20, 2025 The proposed VAT hike sparked political fallout, court battles, and public confusion. SHARMINI NAIDOO unpacks...

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May 20, 2025

Not just a bus ride, but a movement in motion

Not just a bus ride, but a movement in motion May 20, 2025 As South Africaโ€™s transport sector evolves, SABOAโ€™s leadership is embracing a...

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May 20, 2025

Skills development critical for Africa’s supply chain future

Skills development critical for Africa’s supply chain future May 20, 2025 Africa’s supply chains stand at a pivotal moment, with skills development, sustainability, and...

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May 20, 2025

A hundred miles of bad roadโ€ฆ all of it dirt

A hundred miles of bad roadโ€ฆ all of it dirt May 20, 2025 Whenever things were going badly, if asked how he was doing...

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April 16, 2025

SAPICS Conference to build excellence in transportation and logistics

SAPICS Conference to build excellence in transportation and logistics March 25, 2025 Recognising that transportation is a vital link in virtually all supply chains,...

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April 16, 2025

Bus industry โ€“ not a bed of roses!

Bus industry โ€“ not a bed of roses! April 9, 2025 The bus industry faces mounting challenges, from fatal crashes to arson attacks. As...

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April 16, 2025

Cracks in the tar, rust on the rails: is this our future?

Cracks in the tar, rust on the rails: is this our future? April 16, 2025 Ever wondered what the transport infrastructure in South Africa...

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April 16, 2025

US aid cut: A wake-up call for SA?

US aid cut: A wake-up call for SA? April 16, 2025 The withdrawal of US aid exposes deep flaws in South Africaโ€™s economic management....

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April 16, 2025

When arrogance pushes opportunity aside

When arrogance pushes opportunity aside March 21, 2025 A careless first encounter can cost businesses dearly, as an international delegation discovered when dealing with...

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April 16, 2025

Unpacking roundabouts, traffic circles, and mini-circles

Unpacking roundabouts, traffic circles, and mini-circles March 21, 2025 There is a lot of confusion when approaching roundabouts (more commonly known as โ€œtraffic circlesโ€...

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March 20, 2025

2025 SAPICS Conference goes green

2025 SAPICS Conference goes green February 28, 2025 The 2025 SAPICS Conference will be the greenest yet, integrating sustainability into both discussions and event...

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March 20, 2025

Will TRIM solve or sustain Transnetโ€™s woes?

Will TRIM solve or sustain Transnetโ€™s woes? March 3, 2025 South Africaโ€™s logistics crisis stems from Transnetโ€™s failure in managing railways and ports. The...

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