Western Corridor Launches Fastest Route to Walvis Bay Port

24 Nov 2025 CW Team

Zambia has commenced construction on the Western Corridor Transformation Project, a Public-Private-Partnership (PPP) initiative led by Western Corridor Limited (WCL), marking the launch of the fastest trade route from Zambia to Walvis Bay Port in Namibia. The groundbreaking ceremony in Kasempa was officiated by the President of Zambia, Mr Hakainde Hichilema, with senior government officials, private sector partners, and community representatives in attendance.

Developed through an SPV incorporated by BeefCo Limited and First Quantum Minerals (FQM) Limited, WCL is upgrading the existing gravel alignment to a bituminous standard, including two new bridges over the Lalafuta and Luena rivers, with selected urban works in Kasempa and Kaoma. The 371km road will improve travel times, enhance export capacity, and generate employment, while supporting the government’s Eighth National Development Plan. The route will link mining zones, strengthen agricultural output, and provide the fastest trade access to Walvis Bay port.

Speaking at the ceremony, President Hichilema stressed the project’s significance for national and regional connectivity and economic growth, particularly in agriculture and mining. He highlighted its role in unlocking investment, supporting MSMEs and reserving at least 20 per cent of work for local Zambian contractors and suppliers.

WCL CEO Buks Jansen Van Rensburg emphasised collaboration in delivering the Mutanda–Kaoma road, urging support for local capability and solutions. Dr Godwin Beene, Country Manager, FQM, noted that improved road networks are essential to enabling responsible mining-led development and stimulating local enterprise.

The project is expected to catalyse economic expansion across the Western Corridor, advancing the government’s aim to strengthen sustainable infrastructure, create employment, and improve community livelihoods.

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