When the logistics industry in Nairobi collects at Air Cargo Africa, the UAE Skycargo confirms its commitment to the continent. With an average of 3820 tons that are implemented inside and outside Africa every week, the airline strengthens commercial corridors and connects manufacturers, Africans, merchants and exporters with companies all over the world.
“It is an exciting time to serve Africa, with the potential Gamecanging Policies. Like the African Continental Free Trade Zone (AFCFTA), which is scheduled to form economic development in the region and enhance the capabilities of trade at the regional and international levels. As an easy trade, we are committed to linking the disadvantaged markets to global supply chains, creating mutual economic and trade opportunities that enhance global economies. “
The UAE Skycargo started its operations for the first time in Africa in April 1986 – less than a year after the creation of operations – with direct trips between Dubai and Cairo, Egypt. Over the course of 39 years, the airline is working steadily, increasing capacity, gates, and frequencies to better serve local and international customers. Now, in 2025, the UAE is running Skycargo eight scheduled shipping companies and 172 passengers in 20 destinations throughout the region every week. With more than 145 destinations from its vast global network, the UAE Skycargo facilitates the rapid and effective transport of goods, supporting African companies and exporting their goods all over the world.
Skycargo the UAE plays a fundamental role in world trade, making goods moving to and from the major African markets. In 2024, the UAE SKYCARGO issued more than 91,930 tons of damage to African destinations, making it the largest commodity from the region. The shipping squad is transferred by the package controlled by ventilation and temperature control, which is the movement of strawberries from Egypt, seafood from South Africa, refrigerated meat from Tanzania, fresh fruits and pieces from Ghana and Banana from Uganda, to name a few.
Gardening is also an essential industry in Africa. Kenya, in particular, is one of the four best flowers in the world, with an ideal environment for the development of consumer preferences such as roses, cloves, and scrissueimi. The UAE Skycargo runs a weekly truck twice in Nairobi and to Maastricht in the Netherlands, and the fresh cut flowers are transported in a cold organized chain from the farm to the flower seller in less than 24 hours.
Outside of agriculture, African countries are investing in industrial industrialization to diversify and enhance their economies. The industry is preparing for significant growth over the next decade and is an essential part of AFCFTA. With a variety of specialized and specialized products, the UAE Skycargo is ready to support business in Africa with specially designed, reliable, flexible and effective solutions.
