Secretary for Transport and Public Works, Bright Kumwembe, has de-scribed the Zimbabwe–Malawi–Mozambique Trilateral Joint Route Management Group and Joint Committee Meeting as a significant milestone in strengthening regional transport cooperation among the three coun-tries.
Speaking during the meeting in Harare, Zimbabwe, Kumwembe emphasised that the transport corridors linking Zimbabwe, Malawi and Mozam-bique are more than just physical infrastructure; they are vital economic lifelines that facilitate trade, investment, tourism and job creation, while improving the livelihoods of citizens across the region.
He observed that as regional trade continues to expand and supply chains become increasingly interconnected, businesses and citizens expect faster border clearances, safer transport systems and more efficient logistics services. Kumwembe noted that challenges such as transit delays, infrastructure constraints, road safety concerns and border management issues cannot be effectively addressed when countries act independently. He therefore called for enhanced coordination and practical solutions that will im-prove corridor performance and deliver tangible benefits to the people of the three nations.
The meeting, which has brought together senior government officials from Zimbabwe, Malawi and Mozambique, was officially opened by Zimbabwe’s Permanent Secretary for Transport and Infrastructural Development, Eng. J.P. Makumbe. In his remarks, Eng. Makumbe urged countries to invest in modern, resilient infrastructure capable of meeting cur-rent and future transport demands.
Convened under the framework of the three countries' bilateral road transport agreements, the meeting serves as an important platform for strengthening regional cooperation, enhancing transport connectivity and facilitating the seamless movement of goods and passengers across the region.
The deliberations are expected to contribute to improved efficiency along key transport corridors and reinforce the shared commitment of Zimbabwe, Malawi and Mozambique to regional integration and sustainable economic development.