In an effort to effectively manage the Kazungula Bridge and One-Stop Border Post (OSBP), the Kazungula Bridge Authority (KBA) has shared a strategic roadmap designed to transform the facility into a regional investment platform and drive growth in logistics, tourism, manufacturing, and trade.
The strategy focuses on key areas including economic ecosystem development, infrastructure asset management, digital trade facilitation, stakeholder engagement, and strategic partnerships.
Presenting the strategy during the Chobe District full council meeting in Kasane this week, KBA CEO Mukela Muyunda stated that the authority intends to transform the Kazungula area into a dynamic economic hub with world-class facilities. Development efforts will concentrate on the logistics, tourism, agro-processing, and manufacturing industries.
“The Quadripoint will be considered for development into a world-class tourism park, including a smart city,” Muyunda added.
Muyunda highlighted that the KBA will collaborate with stakeholders to undertake transformative economic activities surrounding the bridge and the broader region. He noted that the authority intends to prioritise infrastructure asset management through continuous monitoring, safety compliance, and structural integrity inspections.
According to the CEO, the Kazungula OSBP aims to become one of the most efficient border posts in the region, with a focus on transitioning to 24-hour “non-stop” operations. Efforts include reducing clearance times and enhancing coordination among customs, immigration, health, veterinary, and security agencies to ensure seamless movement.
“KBA is focused on building strong governance structures and developing clear operational guidelines. Enhancing financial management, accountability, and transparency is essential, alongside recruiting and training to build institutional capacity,” he said.
The authority also plans to adopt integrated border management systems, digital customs platforms, and data analytics to improve service delivery. Muyunda added that the KBA will embrace a collaborative approach by engaging government institutions, local communities, and the transport sector to meet developmental goals.
Muyunda noted that the roadmap ensures corridor development generates opportunities for local communities, promoting SME participation in tourism and logistics value chains while supporting cross-border informal trade.
“Kazungula is positioned as a key driver of regional economic growth, leveraging its strategic location. This includes expanding roles in developing logistics parks and warehousing facilities to boost cargo handling efficiency,” he said.
Ensuring the financial sustainability of the bridge and OSBP remains a primary focus. Muyunda explained that the KBA will diversify revenue streams and utilise public-private partnerships to catalyse development projects.
Furthermore, the authority intends to introduce bridge filming rights and media licensing, develop tourism products such as bridge-viewing experiences, and promote the area as a destination for international media production.
“The concept of an underwater restaurant at the Quadripoint could become one of the most distinctive signature tourism attractions in Southern Africa,” Muyunda concluded.
