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Zambia Railways Limited (ZRL) has announced the immediate
closure of the Ndola–Sakania railway line, a
critical route connecting Zambia to the Democratic Republic of Congo
(DRC), following a sinkhole incident that occurred on
February 11, 2025. This decision was made
to prioritize the safety of passeng… read more
Cornwell
Muleya, CEO of Zambia’s Industrial Development Corporation (IDC),has called for an urgent revamp of
the country’s railway sector to boost economic growth and improve efficiency.
Speaking to the Parliamentary Committee on Transport, Works, and Supply,
chaired by Hon. Joel Chibuye, Mr Muleya emphasized the critical ro… read more
Guinea has embarked on an ambitious project
to construct a 670 km railway, a transformative infrastructure initiative
designed to transport iron ore and other minerals while improving travel for
its citizens. The railway will connect the Simandou mines, one of the world’s
largest untapped iron ore reserves, to a newly constr… read more
Significant
news for East African infrastructure development!
The Tanzania Railways
Corporation (TRC) has signed a contract for the construction of the Standard
Gauge Railway (SGR) segments 7 and 8, connecting Uvinza in Tanzania to
Musongati in Burundi. This 282-kilometer project, including 240 km of the main
… read more
African travel professionals will want to mark February 5 in their calendars, as the Northern Africa
Regional Workshop on Transforming the Railway Sector in Africa promises
to energize conversations on infrastructure development and streamline
transportation options. Taking place virtually at 09:00… read more
Africa’s travel stakeholders are turning their attention to the Lobito Corridor
as Zambia’s Minister of Transport and Logistics, Hon. Museba Frank
Tayali, reveals its ambitious roadmap to strengthen regional trade and
transform transport links across Zambia, Angola, and the Democratic
Republic of Congo. During the Second… read more
On January
16, 2025, Camrail hosted an impressive delegation of 20 journalists from both
national and international media for a comprehensive press tour. This exclusive
event offered a rare glimpse into the state-of-the-art maintenance facilities
located in Bassa, Douala, showcasing the company’s advancements in railway
technology and opera… read more
The Lagos Rail Mass Transit (LRMT) is set to receive six new train sets, significantly boosting the capacity of its Blue and Red Lines.
This enhancement aims to provide greater value to commuters and improve
the economic viability of the state. The train sets, which have
successfully passed the factory acc… read more
Namibia's railway operator, TransNamib Limited Holdings, is setting its sights on achieving financial stability by 2028 through the acquisition of new rolling stock. According to CEO Desmond Van Jaarsveld, the upgrade is expected to enhance the company's bulk cargo trans… read more
The African Development Bank has unveiled its appraisal report for the Transport Sector Support Program Phase IV, aimed at revitalizing the critical Ngaoundéré-Garoua segment of the Douala-N’Djamena Economic Corridor.
This strategic initiative is designed to bolster trade … read more
Sinkhole Forces Closure of Zambia’s Ndola-Sakania Railway Line
Guinea Rail
Tanzania and Burundi Partner on SGR Project: Boosting Regional Connectivity
Northern Africa Rail Workshop Shapes Future: AfDB & Partners Push Better Connectivity
Zambia’s Minister Backs Lobito Corridor for Greater Trade, Travel, and Investment
Camrail Showcases Modern Railway Maintenance: A Must-See for African Travel Professionals
TransNamib's Ambitious Plans: Aiming for Break-Even by 2028
