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A new era of collaboration has
commenced in Zambia’s transport sector following the signing of a
Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) between the Zambia
Police Service (ZP) and Zambia Railways Limited (ZRL).
This landmark agreement formalizes joint efforts to combat
vandalism, theft, and encroachment on railway
… read more
In
a bold stride towards regional integration and economic transformation,
Burkina Faso is embarking on a sweeping
overhaul of its railway infrastructure. This initiative, marked by the
creation of the new Faso Rail company and
the revitalization of the historic Ouagadougou–Abidjan
line… read more
A
major step toward East Africa’s economic integration was marked on
August 16, 2025, when the President of Burundi, H.E.
Évariste Ndayishimiye, and the Prime
Minister of Tanzania, H.E. Kassim Majaliwa, jointly laid
the foundation stone for the transformative
Uvinza–Musongati Standard Gauge R… read more
The
recent groundbreaking of the Uvinza-Musongati standard
gauge railway marks a transformative moment for East
Africa’s transport landscape. On August 16, a high-profile ceremony in
Burundi’s Burunga province brought together President Évariste
Ndayishimiye of Burundi and Tanzanian Prime Minister Kassim Majaliwa,
un… read more
Zambia
Railways is on the cusp of a significant transformation as advanced
talks with the European Union and the
Zambian government aim to secure crucial funding for the rehabilitation
of the vital railway line connecting Ndola
in the Copperbelt to Kapiri Mposhi, a key
transport hub.… read more
Senegal’s
railway system is undergoing a renaissance, creating exciting
opportunities for travel agents across Africa. The ambitious
modernization program, spearheaded by the Train Express
Régional (TER) and the revitalization of the historic
Dakar-Bamako line, promises to transform
the nation's tran… read more
A
USD 512 million investment in Mauritania’s
railway network promises to transform the nation’s
tourism landscape and regional
connectivity, creating exciting opportunities for African
travel professionals. The project, backed by USD 125
million in financing from the European… read more
The
Tanzania-Zambia Railway Authority (TAZARA)
is set for a major transformation, promising exciting new opportunities
for tourism and logistics across Southern
Africa. A landmark \$1.4 billion concession
agreement will revitalize this crucial rail link,
boosting regional connectivit… read more
Tanzania’s
railway sector is undergoing a major transformation, creating exciting
new opportunities for African travel agents. The
Tanzania Railways Corporation (TRC) has officially
launched Phase Two of the Central Railway
Line rehabilitation project, a key component of the
Tanzania Intermodal a… read more
The
Western Mining Railway, a groundbreaking
project connecting Béchar to the Gara Djebilet iron mine in Tindouf, has
reached a significant milestone. The completion of a key
135 km section of this 575 km
heavy-haul line marks a turning point not just for
Algeria's mining sector, but… read more
Zambia Police and Zambia Railways Unite to Safeguard Vital Rail Infrastructure and Boost Trade
Burkina Faso’s Rail Ambitions Signal a New Era for West African Connectivity
Burundi and Tanzania Launch Uvinza–Musongati SGR to Transform Regional Logistics and Trade
New Tanzania-Burundi Railway Promises Faster Cargo, Cheaper Logistics, and Regional Growth
Senegal’s Rail Revolution: A Gateway for Tourism Growth
Mauritania’s Railway Renewal: Igniting Tourism and Trade
TAZARA Railway Revitalization: A Game-Changer for Southern African Tourism
Algeria's Sahara Railway: A New Frontier for Tourism and Trade
