Rethinking Transport Lab: Green Logistics
Time: all-day (UTC+3)
Location: Dar Es Salaam, Tanzania
The 'Green Logistics Lab' is one of a series of Rethinking Transport Labs. This workshop brings together stakeholders from across Africa to co-create strategies for a low-carbon logistics sector on the continent.
Language(s): English
Organised by:
GIZ, Agora Verkehrswende & Kuehne Climate Center
Are you passionate about promoting efficient, and environmentally friendly freight and logistics activities? Join our network of like-minded individuals, and organisations to exchange and collaborate on exploring innovative strategies for a green logistics future in Africa.
Following the overwhelming response to the call for applications from the last two Rethinking Transport labs on e-mobility and just mobility, we are delighted to invite you to apply for the third Rethinking Transport Lab on "Green Logistics"!
Objectives
- Identify opportunities and challenges in green logistics sector in Africa.
- Collaboratively develop innovative, and inclusive strategies to advance green logistics in Africa.
- Facilitate knowledge exchange and collaboration among stakeholders.
- Contribute to the development of a strong and self-sustaining think tank for sustainable mobility in Africa
Registration Process
Please register your interest in participation, including a short statement of motivation through our online portal by 12 August 2025 at 12.00 pm (noon) CEST. The Lab will accommodate 30 young professionals. Eligible candidates will be contacted with guidance on the further application process 3 weeks after the registration deadline. You can find more details in the call for participants.
Who can participate?
We encourage applications from African young professionals who share a deep enthusiasm for sustainable mobility and meet the following eligibility criteria:
- Citizenship & residence in a country on the African continent.
- Education: University degree in logistics, information technology, supply chain management, economics, urban and regional planning, transportation planning, engineering, environmental science, or correspondingly combined fields of study (e.g. information logistics, mechanical engineering)
- Experience: 2 to 5 years of experience in areas such as logistics and supply chain management, engineering, transport and infrastructure planning, or other relevant fields
- Language: ability to understand and communicate in English.
- Motivation & collaborative spirit: Strong commitment to sustainable transport and reducing carbon emissions, innovative thinking and an ability to collaborate effectively in a diverse and multidisciplinary team.
