The Gabonese government aims to increase total rail freight volume from approximately 9 million tonnes per year currently to 21 million tonnes per year by 2029.
Simultaneous supply chain disruptions in South Africa, Gabon, and Ghana—the three major manganese ore producers—have tightened global supply. South Africa's exports hit a record, yet structural problems persist; Gabon faces transport interruptions and policy risks; and Ghana's audit has prompted investment caution. The combined impact of these disruptions is heightening market uncertainty.
Tropical Cyclone Narelle has been downgraded to a tropical low, with sustained wind speeds of 55-75 km/h and gusts of 85 km/h, affecting northern Australia. The focus is now on warnings for heavy rainfall and gusty winds. Its eyewall did not directly strike the main community on Groote Eylandt, and the impact was lighter than expected.