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Guinea’s Rail Milestone: New Locomotive Unveiled for TransGuinéen Railway
A cutting-edge Evolution Series ES43ACi diesel locomotive, the first of its kind for the TransGuinéen Railway, has been unveiled at Wabtec’s Marhowra factory in India. This event marks a significant leap forward for Guinea’s infrastructure and sets the stage for enha… read more
Uganda's Railway Revolution: New Tracks to Tourism Goldmine
Uganda is poised for a tourism boom thanks to a major infrastructure investment. The Islamic Development Bank (IsDB) has committed US\$800 million to support the nation's Standard Gauge Railway (SGR) and other key projects. This financial boost, spread over three years, includes US\$500 million direc… read more
Mauritania’s Railway Renaissance: New Tracks for Desert Adventures
A transformative railway project is underway in Mauritania, promising to reshape the nation’s tourism landscape and unlock exciting new opportunities for African travel professionals. The Société Nationale Industrielle et Minière (SNIM), with support from the European Investment Bank (EIB), is embarking on… read more
Zambia’s Dry Port: A New Hub for African Trade
Zambia is set to transform regional trade with the development of the Kapiri Mposhi Dry Port, a strategic infrastructure project poised to boost connectivity and efficiency across Southern Africa. This initiative presents significant opportunities for African travel agents, opening new avenues for … read more
TAZARA’s Transformation: Tanzania’s Investment Fuels East African Tourism
Tanzania's commitment to revitalizing the Tanzania-Zambia Railway Authority (TAZARA) is set to transform regional connectivity and unlock exciting new opportunities for tourism across East Africa. This strategic investment, totaling \$10.9 million USD, signals a new era for the historic rail… read more
South Africa’s Operation Vulindlela: Infrastructure Boost
South Africa is embarking on a significant economic reform programme, Operation Vulindlela, aimed at boosting infrastructure and unlocking new growth opportunities for the African travel trade. This initiative, now entering its second phase, focuses on key areas that will directly impact travel and tourism, incl… read more
SADC Rail Reforms: New Tracks to Tourism Growth
Africa’s travel sector is buzzing with the potential of revitalized railway networks. Across the Southern African Development Community (SADC), significant reforms are underway, promising exciting new opportunities for travel agents seeking to expand their offerings and tap into the growing demand for unique travel … read more
Morocco’s High-Speed Rail Revolution: New Tourism Opportunities for Africa
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 SGR: Transforming East African Rail Travel
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
Southern Tanzania: SGR to Unlock Untapped Potential
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
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