Africa-Asia air cargo trade surges 41.6% in January 2026
Africa-Asia air cargo trade grew 41.6% in January 2026, the fastest global growth rate, according to IATA. This reflects rising trade in electronics and industrial goods between the continents. African airlines led regional growth with 18.2% demand increase, scaling operations to meet rising shipments. The route remains a small 1.3% of global cargo but shows seven consecutive months of expansion. Will this growth create investment opportunities in African logistics infrastructure?