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Gabon Railway upgrade
As Phase One of the railway upgrade in Gabon, undertaken by the Société d'Exploitation du Transgabonais (SETRAG), nears completion, the Government of Gabon and SETRAG have recently committed to advancing the project into its next phase. This agreement, marking a significant milestone, was officially signed on June 19, 2024, by Christian Magni, t… read more
Lobito Atlantic Railway starts operations
The inaugural vessel has successfully docked at the mineral terminal of the Port of Lobito, managed by the Lobito Atlantic Railway (LAR) consortium. This consortium holds the concession for the operation, management, and maintenance of the railway connecting Angola to the Democratic Republic of Congo. The MV Lindsaylou, a bulk cargo vessel carry… read more
Transnet receives loan for South African rail network
The African Development Bank (AfDB) has approved a substantial corporate loan amounting to US$1 billion to support Transnet, the national rail, port, and logistics company, in its comprehensive business recovery efforts. Additionally, AfDB is contemplating the allocation of two specific grants to further bolster Transnet’s various initiatives ai… read more
Revitalization of Chipata-Mchinji rail line set to boost trade and transportation
Train operations on the Nacala Corridor, a vital trade route for Zambia, were previously suspended in 2016 due to washaways in Malawi. This crucial corridor spans 1,150km from Chipata to the Port of Nacala, with the Zambian portion covering 24km from Chipata to Mchinji. The resumption of train operations on this corridor is of significant intere… read more
Angola promotes Tourist railway corridors
On Tuesday, July 9, the Ministers of Transport, Ricardo Viegas D’Abreu, and Tourism, Márcio de Jesus Lopes Daniel, convened a pivotal working meeting in the meeting room of the Port of Luanda. This strategic session culminated in the formulation of an extensive Action Plan, set for immediate implementation, encompassing a broad array of initiati… read more
CFM with major developments
On 8 July 2024, the Ports And Railways Of Mozambique (CFM) celebrated three monumental milestones. The first being their 129th birthday, the second the completion of the first phase 42 km for the dual track upgrade on the Ressano Garcia Line and lastly the expansion of the Passenger Railway Terminal at Maputo Central Station.
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Ghana's railway developments
AL-AMIN IS-HAK AL-HASSAN, Director for Policy and Planning at the Ghana Railway Development Authority (GRDA), gave an insightful update on the current and forthcoming projects within Ghana’s railway sector. He emphasized the ongoing developments and strategic plans that aim to rejuvenate and expand the rail network across the count… read more
How will Nairobi's new passenger trains revolutionize Kenya's travel industry?
Kenya’s capital, Nairobi, recently received 20 new passenger trains from China’s CRRC, enhancing the Mombasa-Nairobi Standard Gauge Railway (SGR). This delivery, part of a 2023 agreement, includes first and second-class carriages, dining cars, power cars, and business-class coaches, bringing the total SGR rolling stock from CRRC to over 60 units… read more
Kenya: New coaches to boost capacity
CRRC Nanjing Puzhen has shipped an additional 20 coaches to enhance capacity on the 480 km Standard Gauge Railway (SGR) connecting Mombasa to Nairobi. This shipment, which left Shanghai at the end of June, is part of a contract signed in September that includes a mix of first-class, second-class, business-class coaches, dining cars, and generato… read more
Railway projects aligned with corridor development
The Walvis Bay Corridor Group, a key player in Namibia's corridor development, is actively involved in the proposed Trans-Zambezi and Trans-Kalahari railway projects. CEO Mbahupu Tjivikua announced the group's participation in technical committees to ensure these projects align with strategic initiatives.
The Trans-Kalahari Railway, a join… read more
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