Zambian cotton contract underscores export diversification success

KEVIN MAYHEW ZAMBIA’S EXPORT diversification mission is bearing fruit, with a 35 000 ton contract of cotton set to make its way to markets in South Africa and overseas. Super Group’s Cross Border Division, GDC Logistics based in Zambia and Whelson Transport, are the nominated transporters of the cargo – an indication of the expansion of the Zambian agricultural sector. Divisional MD of SA Cross Border, Craig Strydom, believes the contract is only the beginning of greater agricultural exports to come. Sugar, tobacco and copper are the major export commodities while imports include maize, fuels and a range of mining equipment to various destinations in Zambia. GDC operates a fleet of 54 horse and trailer combinations from its facilities in the capital Lusaka and Kitwe on the Copperbelt. The Group operates a total of 446 horse and trailer combinations in the southern region of Africa and its fleet is equipped to handle all products mentioned.