An effective transport infrastructure is the backbone of a vibrant economy and Namibia’s favourable geographical position on the south western coast of the African continent bordering with Angola, Botswana, South Africa, Zambia and Zimbabwe, puts it in good stead to be the transport and logistics hub in southern Africa with direct access to more than 300 million consumers in the region.

The country has vast open space, with a total surface area of 824 269km² and is Africa’s most sparsely populated country. Due to its leading advocate of regional economic integration, its membership to SACU and SADC ensures access to a market of over 55 million and 300 million people, respectively; with a combined GDP in excess of US$ 200 billion and US$ 662.7 billion, respectively.

The port of Walvis Bay is ideally located for shipments to and from Europe and the Americas.

SADC region currently relies heavily on South African ports or underdeveloped and congested ports in other countries in the region. Namibia with its well-developed ports, well maintained road infrastructure and other favourable conditions stands to benefit from the continued growth and prosperity of Africa in general.