Applied Research for
East Africa's Logistics Sector
Policy papers, sector studies, and applied research designed to inform decision-making in logistics, transport, safety, and professional development.
East African Logistics Infrastructure: Strategic Gaps & Opportunities
ATLA Research Division
A comprehensive assessment of road, rail, and port connectivity across East Africa, identifying critical investment gaps and strategic priorities for the region's supply chain competitiveness.
Warehouse Automation in Sub-Saharan Africa: A Readiness Assessment
Examines the structural, technical, and organisational barriers to warehouse automation adoption in Uganda, Kenya, and Tanzania, with policy recommendations for technology-led productivity growth.
The CILT Skills Gap Report: East Africa 2024
A regional workforce study quantifying the professional skills deficit in logistics and supply chain roles across East Africa, with recommended curriculum and institutional response strategies.
Safety Culture in Uganda’s Industrial Sector: A Field Study
Findings from a multi-site field study examining occupational safety practices, incident rates, and cultural factors influencing workplace health standards in Uganda's manufacturing and logistics sectors.
Last-Mile Delivery Challenges in East African Urban Centres
Analysis of last-mile logistics inefficiencies in Kampala, Nairobi, and Dar es Salaam, including infrastructure constraints, informal sector dynamics, and technology-led solution frameworks.
Research Collaboration
ATLA partners with universities, government agencies, and development organisations on applied logistics and transport research.