In a bold move that’s turning heads across the transport and logistics industry, Kiara Baijnath, founder and director of Her Way Logistics, is redefining what it means to be a woman in trucking. Inspired by childhood memories riding alongside her grandfather, a truck driver, Kiara Baijnath’s journey into logistics was fuelled by a passion for adventure and a desire to challenge the status quo.

FAW Trucks Southern Africa’s JH6 28.500FT-AMT has solidified its position as a market leader in the commercial vehicle sector, receiving high praise from Sugan Naidoo, Managing Director of Titan Cargo, for its exceptional performance, reliability, and cost-efficiency. Titan Cargo, a leading national warehousing and transport service provider specialising in fast-moving consumer goods (FMCG), relies on the JH6 500 to support its extensive operations across South Africa and cross-border routes into Botswana, Mozambique, Lesotho, and Namibia.

The winners of the 2025 Africa Supply Chain Excellence Awards (ASCEA) have been announced, shining a spotlight on the most transformative, resilient and forward-thinking supply chain projects across the African continent.

South Africa’s leading black-owned and managed industrial equipment supplier, Shumani Industrial Equipment, has announced the launch of the Bheka rough terrain forklift. This strategic addition makes Shumani only the second company in the country to offer this specialised equipment, further cementing its position as a dominant player in the materials handling and construction sectors.

Whether it is wearing the correct Personal Protective Equipment (PPE), keeping aisles clear of obstacles or adhering to local and international material handling equipment safety standards, safety in warehouses and distribution centres (DCs) is paramount.