Challenges of supply chain management in West Africa: The case of Guinea Conakry firms

The impact of global logistics and supply chain strategy has sparked intense debate both in academia and industry. But the importance of trade infrastructure as a sine qua non for facilitating better circulation of goods and services in the 21st century. The effect of logistics infrastructure on economic development and trade in Africa continent is essential as the review of freight logistics and supply chain activities is carried out in order to identify the main perspectives for the conduct of strong business in Africa and the development of trade on the continent. This study describes the various challenges facing the West African supply chain, particularly in Guinea. Supply chain challenges cut across technology, road network, rail transport, sea transport, air transport, and regulatory reforms. The study results reveal that inadequate infrastructure affects several supply chains companies in the region. In addition, the lack of a continental regulatory framework, lack of political will, and limited application of technology, to a large extent, are contributing factors hampering development in logistics infrastructure in Africa. The study recommends that the facilities and the transportation of adequate regulatory reforms of goods are established for the development of logistics infrastructure in Africa.