Overview of vessel waiting times in main african ports

Legend : 🟢 Low (0-2 days) | 🟠 Medium (3-5 days) | 🔴 High (+5 days) 

Last update: April 04th 2026 

Operational Highlights :

Conakry (Guinea): Extreme saturation continues with a 19.5-day average; yard density is so high that several carriers are invoking "Force Majeure" or diverting to Freetown.

Durban (South Africa)

• Pier 1 vs. 2: Pier 1 is stuck with 5-day delays due to equipment age, while Pier 2 is fluid at <1 day.

• Weather Alert: Strong wind forecasts for the weekend of April 11–12 may trigger operational suspensions across all terminals.

Nigeria (National Single Window)

• Integration Status: The initial technical "hiccups" from the March 27th NSW launch are resolving; documentation processing at Apapa is becoming more fluid.

Disclaimer: This data is provided for general informational purposes only and is subject to change without notice. Port waiting times are estimates based on current market conditions as of the mentioned update day above, and can be influenced by weather, terminal productivity, and local labor conditions. AMS PORTS AND LOGISTICS assumes no liability for any operational or financial decisions made based on this information. For time-sensitive cargo, please consult with your shipping line or local port authority.