The Port Authority of Kribi at the Heart of Sustainable Supply Chain Discussions

This event was held in a global context marked by the rise of digital trade, growing demands for sustainability, and the need to build more resilient supply chains. For Cameroon, a country with a strong logistical vocation within the CEMAC sub-region, port and industrial infrastructures – notably the PAK, the Port Authority of Douala, CIMENCAM, and SABC – are strategic levers to enhance competitiveness and position the country as a regional hub.

Key Highlights of the Conference

The 2025 edition was structured around two major events:

• WiLAT Day (August 29), focusing on the role of women in sustainable supply chains.

• The Plenary Conference (August 30), addressing the supply chain as a strategic driver of national development.

Main Issues Discussed

• Women’s leadership and innovation: increasing women’s participation in logistics leadership and showcasing their capacity to innovate and shape sustainable practices (WiLAT Day).

• Economic growth: leveraging supply chain as a driver of national competitiveness and economic diversification.

• Regional competitiveness: positioning Cameroon as a logistics hub of reference in Central Africa through its ports and transit corridors.

• Digitalization and traceability: accelerating the adoption of digital technologies to improve flow transparency and efficiency.

• Sustainability: building resilient and environmentally friendly supply chains that can withstand crises.

Perspectives for the Port Authority of Kribi (PAK)

The participation of PAK highlighted its central role and paved the way for several strategic priorities:

• Increasing visibility through regular participation in sectoral and partnership platforms.

• Strengthening operational synergies with the Port Authority of Douala, industrial operators, and logistics providers.

• Developing an integrated digital strategy to enhance operational efficiency and traceability.

• Supporting training and certification programs in partnership with CILT Cameroon to boost internal capacities.

• Promoting women’s leadership in collaboration with WiLAT Cameroon, fostering inclusive and sustainable logistics.

• Exploring opportunities for green supply chains to anticipate future environmental requirements.

A Strategic Role Confirmed

This conference confirmed the importance of the supply chain as a pillar of national development. As a leading actor, the Port Authority of Kribi is now called upon to translate these recommendations into concrete initiatives, consolidating its position as a reference port and logistics hub in Central Africa.