Congestion in East African Ports

Kenya Ports Authority is experiencing worse than normal congestion "due to lack of space following delays by importers collecting their containers from the port in good time". The Authority states that there are over 10,000 containers lying in the port destined for Kenya, Uganda, South Sudan, Burundi and Rwanda. This means typical delays of at least three weeks, sometimes four.

Tanzania Ports Authority also reports high congestion with thousands of uncleared containers also causing typical delays of more than two weeks Please be sure to let your shippers know about these delays. Despite our best efforts to liberate their containers, disappointment meets those who are uninformed.

Worldwide Movers Africa at IAM in Denver
Sporting  the most colourful dress in Denver, Damas Bayanga (WWMAF Tanzania) and Lydia Kaweesa WWMAF Uganda) represent the group (with Val Prinsep, Chairman, representing Kenya) at the Gala Dinner of the IAM. Constant meetings to manage increasing relocation requests marked this as the most successful IAM congress to date for WWMAF. For sure, Worldwide Movers Africa is a by-word for relocations to and from Africa and suitably endorsed by the “wow” factor of these key players! 

Now In Somaliland
Worldwide Movers Africa has opened its 12th country operation, this time in Somaliland. With the inevitable changes taking place in the region, there is increasing UN, governmental, NGO and private sector interest in the Republic of Somaliland’s future as a sovereign nation. With a small operation in Hargeisa, Worldwide Movers Africa offers professional relocations modeled on its unmatched matrixes elsewhere in Africa.
Directed by Omar Duale and his team team, Worldwide Movers Africa brings to Somaliland the winning combination of proven quality services at competitive prices that have made the organization a by-word in dependability and prudence.
“Worldwide Movers Africa is investing in the brighter future of Somaliland” said Val Prinsep, Group Chairman

Now In Zimbabwe

Worldwide Movers Africa has opened its 11th country operation, this time inZimbabwe.  With the inevitable changes taking place in the region, there is increasing UN, governmental, NGO and private sector interest in Zimbabwe’s future. With comprehensive operations in Harare, Worldwide Movers Africa offers professional relocations modeled on its unmatched matrixes elsewhere in Africa.

Directed by Debbie Mellor and her team, Worldwide Movers Africa brings to Zimbabwe the winning combination of proven quality services at competitive prices that have made the organization a by-word in dependability and prudence.

“Worldwide Movers Africa is investing in the brighter future of Zimbabwe” said Val Prinsep, Group Chairman

The Next Generation

The next generation of Worldwide Movers get familiar with transport. WWM Uganda commissioned handicapped local artisans to construct the trucks from scrap timber. They are then purchased and given to clients (usually with a bottle of their favorite safely stowed inside) "This is one way of fulfilling our mission to aid the local community." said Eric Beuthin, President of Worldwide Movers Africa

"On the occasion of the U.S.Marine Corps Ball on 14 November, Damas Bayanga (left) General Manager of WWMTZ, welcomed the newly arrived American Ambassador Alfonso Lenhardt to Tanzania. Worldwide Movers has enjoyed a cordial relationship with the U.S.Embassy for many years having handled removals for the three previous ambassadors as well as numerous State Dept and DoD staff."

Beuthin Addresses IAM:

Eric Beuthin, President of the Worldwide Movers Africa Group, addressing the Associate Members Meeting at the IAM convention recently held in Orland Florida. Eric represents Africa (Region 1) on behalf of the Associate Members’ Management Board of the International Association of Movers".   

French Republic Appointment for Alexandra!

Alexandra Beuthin (Worldwide Movers Africa, Uganda) has been elected representative of the “French Citizens Abroad” for the Nairobi Area which includes Uganda, Kenya, Tanzania, Rwanda and Burundi. Alexandra is part of the Assembly of the French people abroad and will vote for senators who will represent her constituents in the “Senat” as well as coordinate between French citizens of the Area and the senators, reporting to Paris. In addition Alexandra will be responsible for the reporting of charitable fund allotment by the French state.  Never far from her WWMA desk, Alexandra will represent her constituents for a 6 year term and will shuttle twice yearly to meetings in Paris.

Everyone at Worldwide Movers Africa warmly congratulates Alexandra on this meritorious appointment!

12 Years of Meritorious Service

Emmy Kilega, Packing Supervisor at Worldwide Movers Africa (Uganda) receives a Certificate of Appreciation for his 12 years of meritorious service to the company from Eric Beuthin, WWMUG Director and President of Worldwide Movers Africa.  A 10 year Certificate of Appreciation was earned by Ronald Mutesasira, Director of Worldwide Movers Africa (Southern Sudan).

WWMTZ presents 15th 10 year service award.

Damas Bayanga (L), General Manager of WWMTZ, presents 10 year service award to Cletus Sowa (R), recently promoted to Customs Expeditor. "Sowa (who is currently taking a correspondence course in business administration) exemplifies the loyalty and initiative that has made WWM the industry leader in TZ." said Bayanga. "The fact that we have 14 other 10 year veterans would seem to indicate that this must be a great place to work." he added.

Worldwide Movers Africa recently held its 09 AGM in Nairobi hosted by Chris and Neena Prior of WWMAF Kenya. The meeting and customer reception was held at the lovely Fairview country hotel and celebrated another record year for both growth and increased market share. A half day outing and BBQ was enjoyed by all at the Prior's lovely estate in the tea hills at Tigoni.

A Treat to Beat the Heat Tanzania, located just below the equator on Africa's East Coast, endures very high temperatures during February and March as the sun approaches the vernal equinox. In order to provide a refreshing break, the senior staff of Worldwide Movers Tanzania hosted 38 children of local staff, aged 3-13, to a day at Kunduchi Wet 'n Wild, East Africa's largest water park. "The park's impressive array of pools, slides, fountains and games offers entertainment for everyone." Said Myriam Beuthin, WWM's HR Director. "The kids as well as the adult chaperones had a great day." (Click image for larger version)

Worldwide Movers Africa, Another First in Southern Sudan Worldwide Movers Africa has opened its 10th country operation, this time in Juba, Southern Sudan.  With increasing UN and oil company activity, direct flights into the area from contiguous countries are seeing dramatic growth as well as the need for overseas moving services. A rapid response to these demands was needed. Worldwide Movers Africa has established a “one-man solution” (that now boasts a roof, full packing services, a clearing facility) and more importantly, a satellite phone.  Roads to the area from Uganda and Kenya are very challenging (and mined on both sides) so 4 wheel drive delivery trucks must literally keep to the straight and narrow. Provided the peace accords hold. Rumbek will continue to be the centre of oil exploitation, servicing and rehabilitation in the area” says Eric Beuthin, director of Worldwide Movers Uganda.

Worldwide Movers FIDI/FAIM Certification Worldwide Movers Uganda has successfully obtained the highly esteemed FIDI affiliation. This follows an eight month training period that culminated in the FAIM certification audit. Having achieved this goal in Uganda, the Worldwide Group has similar plans for all of its offices throughout Africa.

Areas of Operation Worldwide Movers has offices and full operations in Burundi, Eritrea, Kenya, Madagascar, Malawi, Rwanda, Southern Sudan, Tanzania, Uganda, Zambia, Zimbabwe and Zanzibar.

Will Worldwide Movers deliver my shipment without prepayment? Yes, provided of course that you are known to one of our management team or you are a member of OMNI, FIDI, Household Goods Forwarders Association of America or in good standing with one of the major Van Lines. Will Worldwide Movers pay promptly for delivery and unpacking services? Worldwide Movers is in great financial health and undertakes to honour all its invoices 30 days from the date of receipt, so fax your invoice and supporting documents to us as soon as you have completed a successful delivery!

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The Directors, Management and Staff of Worldwide Movers Africa are entirely committed to the highest industry standards,
which is why our company has become the leader of its kind in the region. All of our country operations have share-holding directors active in day-to-day operations that assure both the continuity and quality to these professional companies.
No other moving company in Africa can boast the length of experience of our local directors. -You can count on us.