African ports experiencing inefficiency lose redirected Red Sea traffic
Africa’s outdated ports hinder the continent’s potential amid increased shipping around the Cape of Good Hope to avoid Houthi rebel attacks. Vinny Licata of Fictiv urges port investment for competitiveness. South Africa faces infrastructure challenges, boosting Madagascar, Mauritius, and Namibia. Rising freight costs and delays affect global maritime trade, prompting strategic port expansion in Morocco and Ghana.