Big potential for imports and exports

Lusaka is “one of the best destinations to transport to as it does not have all the problems you normally come across with other destinations,” says Mahaveer Chavda, CEO of Chavda Freight. Clearance through the Beitbridge and Chirundu border posts take about two days each, according to Chavda. The Gauteng-based company provides a door-to-door service for consignments of any size to and from anywhere in the world, with exports into Africa its main business target. Chavda says volumes into Zambia are growing rapidly, and return loads are also on the rise. “This is why we are able to offer competitive rates, he said. Chavda is optimistic about the growth potential for both imports and exports.