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Zimbabwe’s Deputy Minister of Transport and Infrastructure Development, Hon Joshua Sacco, took centre stage with a compelling statement at the annual Southern African Railways Association (SARA) event, held on October 25-26, 2023, in Johannesburg. The deputy minister’s speech encapsulated the theme of this year’s conference: “Enhancing railway c… read more
In a progressive virtual meeting on the 31st of October, 2023, the Board of Directors of the Tanzania-Zambia Railway Authority (TAZARA) demonstrated unwavering commitment to advancing railway operations. This assembly of esteemed members, chaired by Mr. Stephen Mbewe and co-chaired by Prof. Godius W. Kahyarara, navigated through critical discuss… read more
The first “International Forum on the Financing of Rail Projects in Africa” held from 19 to 20 October 2023 in Diamniadio-Dakar organised by the Senegalese State Railways (CFS) and the International Union of Railways (UIC) and attended by Macky Sall, President of the Republic of Senegal.
The first “International Forum on Financing Rail Pro… read more
Zambia’s President Hakainde Hichilema has expressed a strong desire for the prompt restoration of the Tanzania-Zambia Railway Authority (TAZARA Corridor), which connects Zambia to Tanzania, to facilitate the efficient transportation of goods and petroleum products.
TAZARA, originally constructed by the Chinese government in t… read more
The closing session of the second edition of the cycle of Railway Technical Conferences was graced by the attendance of the Secretary of State for Land Transport, Dr. Jorge Bengui. He represented Dr. Ricardo de Abreu, the Angola Minister of Transport.
Jorge Bengui highlighted the significance of this event, which marked the 135th an… read more
Zambia plans to rehabilitate 150 km of the Zambia Railways, TAZARA, and Mulobezi Railway lines, the 2024 budget documents have revealed. Total railway transport rehabilitation is expected to reach 67 million Kwacha, up from K57 million in the 2023 budget, according to the figures in the budget.
The Ministry of Finance has all… read more
The Tanzania-Zambia Railway Authority (TAZARA) has announced that passenger train operations in Zambia have been suspended until further notice. According to the railway's ma… read more
The Government of the United Republic of Tanzania through the Ministry of Transport and Institutions in charge of railway safety expects to celebrate the National Railway Safety Week at the grounds of the Tanzania Railway Technology Institute (TIRTEC), in the Tabora region from 09 to 13 October, 2023.
The Government of the Sixth Pha… read more
In September 2023, the Limpopo Provincial Government held its Executive Council (EXCO) meeting, where several significant matters were discussed, and crucial decisions were made. Here is a highlight specifically relating to the proposed Gauteng-Limpopo Rail Link Project:
A memorandum on the proposed Gauteng-Limpopo rail link project… read more
Namibia has granted approval for the final feasibility study of the Grootfontein-Rundu-Katima Mulilo extension of the Trans-Zambezi Railway.
Minister of Works and Transport, John Mutorwa, has revealed that the government is now actively exploring funding options for this ambitious project. The envisioned railway will establish crucial conn… read more
Zimbabwe's Vision for railway expansion highlighted
TAZARA Board Of Directors Convenes Virtually To Propel Railway Forward
International Forum On The Financing Of Rail Projects In Africa
Report Back Angola Rail 2023 - Railway Technical Conference
Zambia to rehabilitate three rail lines in 2024
Southern Africa Railway safety week celebration date
Gauteng-Limpopo Rail Link project
Namibia approves feasibility study for Grootfontein-Rundu-Katima Mulilo extension
