Hapag-Lloyd expands East Africa presence with Kigali office

Hapag-Lloyd is expanding its presence in East Africa with a new setup in Kigali serving customers in Rwanda and Burundi. The new presence, effective from 1 October 2026, will strengthen the German carrier’s local support in the two landlocked markets and connect customers with its wider regional and global liner network. The move forms part of Hapag-Lloyd’s continued expansion across Africa and follows the establishment of its own local presence in Namibia. Kigali setup strengthens regional connectivity Hapag-Lloyd already connects Rwanda and Burundi with international markets through its East African network. Through Dar es Salaam, the carrier currently offers two weekly services supporting imports and exports, with direct connections to India and the Far East.