HARARE – Unifreight Africa says it will ramp up fleet capacity and operational efficiency in 2026 as it targets transporting more than 100 million kilogrammes of tobacco, up from 84 million kilogrammes handled in 2025.
The logistics firm, a key player in Zimbabwe’s tobacco value chain, indicated that the planned growth will be supported by strategic investment in trucks, trailers, and route optimisation systems aimed at improving turnaround times during the peak marketing season. The company is also expected to strengthen its contract base with merchants and farmers to secure higher volumes.
Tobacco remains Zimbabwe’s leading agricultural export, with output continuing to rise amid strong smallholder participation and favourable pricing trends. Industry analysts say increased production is placing pressure on logistics providers to scale up capacity and maintain efficiency, particularly during the auction and contract sales seasons.
Unifreight’s expansion comes as competition intensifies in the haulage sector, with firms seeking to capitalise on rising demand for reliable transport services from auction floors to processing facilities. The company is also exploring partnerships and financing options to modernise its fleet, reduce maintenance downtime, and improve fuel efficiency.
Market watchers note that achieving the 100 million kilogramme target will depend not only on fleet expansion but also on broader sector performance, including crop output, fuel availability, and infrastructure conditions. However, if successful, the milestone would further entrench Unifreight’s position as a major logistics provider in Zimbabwe’s tobacco industry.
