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Guinea Rail
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
Tanzania and Burundi Partner on SGR Project: Boosting Regional Connectivity
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
Northern Africa Rail Workshop Shapes Future: AfDB & Partners Push Better Connectivity
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
Zambia’s Minister Backs Lobito Corridor for Greater Trade, Travel, and Investment
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
Camrail Showcases Modern Railway Maintenance: A Must-See for African Travel Professionals
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
Lagos Rail Mass Transit Expands: Six New Train Sets to Enhance Commuter Experience
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
TransNamib's Ambitious Plans: Aiming for Break-Even by 2028
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
Enhancing Trade in Central Africa: Key Upgrades to the Douala-N’Djamena Corridor
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
FG Set to Launch the Lagos-Abuja Super Highway and High-Speed Train Project by February 2025
Unless there are last-minute changes, the Federal Government of Nigeria is preparing to officially commence the Lagos-Abuja Super Highway and High-Speed Train Project, tentatively scheduled to begin in February 2025. This ambitious initiative is aimed at significantly enhancing the country's… read more
Algeria's Ambitious Railway Project: A Bold Step Towards Modern Infrastructure
In a bold initiative aimed at modernizing infrastructure, Algeria is undertaking the construction of a massive 950-kilometer railway that will connect Béchar, Tindouf, and the mineral-rich Gara Djebilet region.
This ambitious project is recognized as one o… read more
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