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TAZARA concession on it's way
China Civil Engineering Construction Corporation (CCECC), a renowned global player in the field of civil engineering, is currently engaged in dynamic discussions to secure a 30-year concession to manage the operations of the Tanzania-Zambia Railway network. The objective of this ambitious project is to breathe new life into the existing infrastr… read more
Metro Line will transform urban mobility in Côte d’Ivoire
The Abidjan Metro Line1 project, a pivotal infrastructure development initiative for the Republic of Côte d’Ivoire, was initially conceptualized in 2010. The construction phase of this ambitious project commenced in 2023. The primary objective of this project is to offer a novel, rapid, and secure mode of transportation for over ha… read more
Successful signing of MoU for the concession of TAZARA
The Tanzania-Zambia Railway Authority (TAZARA) is pleased to announce the successful signing of a pivotal Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) for the concession of TAZARA. This significant event took place on 4th September 2024 during the Forum on China-Africa Cooperation (FOCAC) in Beijing, China, and was witnessed by the Heads of S… read more
Inauguration of the Grandlito Railway project
The Governor of Cross River State, Senator Bassey Otu, recently officiated the commencement of a significant railway project aimed at linking the southern and northern regions of the state. This ambitious initiative, which spans 365 kilometers, is being developed through a Public-Private Partnership (PPP) model, with Messers Reinho… read more
Zambia Railways news on the Chipata-Mchinji Railway
Emmanuel Hachipuka, the Chairperson of Zambia Railways Limited, has expressed a strong belief in the potential for a public-private partnership (PPP) to be established within the coming year. This partnership is intended to be a key component of the Chipata-Mchinji project. In addition to the railway project, the PPP will al… read more
Investment conference for Tazara
President Hakainde Hichilema of Zambia is set to embark on an official visit to the People’s Republic of China from August 30th to September 7th, 2024. This visit will coincide with his participation in the Ninth Forum on China-Africa Cooperation (FOCAC) Summit in Beijing. The summit, themed “Joining Forces to Promote Modernisation… read more
Zambia pleased with SARA rail event
The Minister of Transport and Logistics, Hon. Frank Tayali, has described the recently concluded Southern African Railways Association (SARA) Conference and Exhibition 2024 as a significant milestone for the rail sector in the Southern African region.
He highlighted the h… read more
Update on Chemin De Fer Congo-Ocean
Lobito Atlantic Railway update
The first significant shipment of copper, which is destined for the United States, has successfully departed from the Port of Lobito in Angola this week.
This shipment was loaded onto the MSC SAMU container vessel, marking a notable milestone in the ongoing export activities of the Lobito Atlantic Railway (LAR). Thi… read more
Project opdate on the Kano to Maradi Railway line
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