Freight transport policy is in principle in the hands of Ministries of Transport. However, the more Freight Transport is considered in a broader context, such as logistics, trade facilitation, supply chain management

Though aviation is estimated to contribute only 2 percent of all man-made emissions, the sector is the second most intense emitter in the transport sector after roads, with a total of 14 percent of all of transport.

When truck drivers in Mali were asked about the main obstacles of freight transport, 49% complained about police harassments , 41% about road quality and 21% mentioned sector organization