Dawit Wubshet, President, Ethiopian Freight Forwarders Association

In this exclusive interview from air cargo Africa 2025, Dawit Wubshet, President of the Ethiopian Freight Forwarders and Shipping Agents Association (EFFSAA), discusses Ethiopia’s rapid transformation into a key logistics hub for Africa with STAT Media's Libin Chacko Kurian. Key discussions: Ethiopia’s evolving role as an East African logistics hub The impact of Ethiopian Airlines on air cargo and perishables Infrastructure challenges and the push for alternative trade corridors The rise of e-commerce and digital logistics in Africa The importance of training and capacity building in freight forwarding With Ethiopia strategically positioned as a gateway for global trade, this conversation provides valuable insights into the country’s logistics landscape, upcoming opportunities, and challenges ahead.