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Morocco’s
ambitious expansion of its high-speed rail network
is set to reshape the nation’s tourism landscape,
creating exciting new opportunities for African travel
professionals. The recently launched
Kenitra–Marrakech High-Speed Rail Line, inaugurated
by King Mohammed VI, promises to revol… read more
Tanzania is making significant strides in revolutionizing
East African rail travel with its
Standard Gauge Railway (SGR). Since its
launch in June 2024, the SGR has become a cornerstone of the country's
transport infrastructure, carrying over
2.3 million passengers an… read more
African travel professionals, prepare for an exciting new
frontier: Southern Tanzania is poised for a
major economic transformation, and the travel industry stands to
benefit significantly. Long hampered by inadequate infrastructure, this
resource-rich region is on the cusp of unlocking its vast potential,
thanks to t… read more
In a landmark move for African
transportation, King Mohammed VI has officially launched
the construction of the Kénitra–Casablanca–Marrakech
high-speed rail line. This ambitious project marks a
significant leap forward for Morocco's
infrastructure and promises to reshape the landscape … read more
The Tanzania-Zambia Railway Authority
(TAZARA) has announced the temporary suspension of
its Mukuba and Udzungwa passenger train services,
impacting travel between Kapiri Mposhi and Nakonde,
and Kidatu and Makambako, respectively. This
disruption, attributed to technical challenges, presents immediate
con… read more
Nigeria’s ambitious railway expansion is set to transform the
nation’s travel landscape, creating exciting new opportunities for
African travel agents. The revitalized Enugu-Port
Harcourt railway line, a key component of the
Eastern Railway Corridor, is poised to
become a major driver of tourism and e… read more
Mozambique's rail network is getting a
significant upgrade with the arrival of new diesel
locomotives from Chinese manufacturer CRRC
Ziyang. This development marks a major step forward for the
nation's rail transport capacity and underscores the
growing presence of Chinese technology in Africa's
evo… read more
A recent incident involving the luxury train Rovos Rail has
brought Zimbabwe’s infrastructure challenges into sharp focus for
African travel professionals. The collision with a goods train near
Gwanda, while resulting in no tourist fatalities, underscored the need
for urgent road improvements along the Bulawayo-Victoria Falls
corridor.… read more
A recent freight train derailment
in southern Zambia has temporarily halted
passenger services between
Livingstone and Kitwe, prompting travel
professionals across Africa to adjust itineraries and explore
alternative transport options for clients. The incident, which o… read more
African travel agents can breathe a sigh of
relief as the Tanzania-Zambia Railway Authority
(TAZARA) stabilizes operations following a recent resolution
to salary arrears. The Zambian government's release of K43
million (approximately \$1.8 million USD) to cover three
months of back pay signals a positive shift fo… read more
Morocco’s High-Speed Rail Revolution: New Tourism Opportunities for Africa
Tanzania SGR: Transforming East African Rail Travel
TAZARA Train Suspensions: Navigating the Impact and Exploring Alternatives
Nigeria’s Rail Revival Fuels Tourism Growth
Mozambique Rail Modernization: CRRC Ziyang Locomotives Arrive
Rovos Rail Incident Highlights Infrastructure Gaps, Prompts Action
Zambia Rail Disruption: Navigating Travel Alternatives & Assessing Impact
