Why African ports’ empty container pile-up crisis is deepening


Evergreen Ship before docking   at Mombasa Port. The Ship is loaded with 2700 containers in China . The goods will be transported by road and rail to different Countries in Africa. July 14,2024.[Omondi Onyango,Standard]



Shipping lines are facing challenges and financial losses due to global trade imbalances, resulting in the accumulation of empty containers in import-heavy regions, including Africa.

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