Ben Lezala explains how Cairo’s driverless monorail is being delivered, from system integration and SIL4 safety to capacity, efficiency and long-term urban mobility.
Alstom expands its footprint in Egypt with a new factory in Borg El Arab, major monorail and metro projects and plans to double its workforce.
Cairo Metro Line 1 begins major modernisation with Alstom’s new Metropolis trains, introducing advanced technology, improved comfort and predictive maintenance.
Alstom is building its first Egyptian component factory in Alexandria to produce electrical assemblies for global export, with operations set to begin in 2026.
Zimbabwe is pursuing a resource-financed partnership with private investors to rehabilitate its rail network, aiming to boost mining logistics and regional connectivity.
Zimbabwe’s NDS 2 outlines major investment in rail rehabilitation, expansion and modernisation to boost freight capacity and protect road infrastructure by 2030.
Liberia has launched a Five-Year Strategic Plan to modernise land, sea, air and rail transport, outlining reforms to improve safety, efficiency, connectivity and economic development across the national transport sector.
The African Development Bank has approved $214.4 million for Phase II of the South Sudan–Ethiopia–Djibouti Transport Corridor, supporting major road upgrades, intelligent transport systems and capacity-building across all three countries.
Denmark and TradeMark Africa have launched a DKK 200 million partnership to support AfCFTA implementation, enhance regional trade systems and advance greener, more inclusive trade corridors across East Africa.
Canyon Resources has confirmed progress on roadworks, rail infrastructure, mining equipment mobilisation and project financing for the Minim Martap Bauxite Project, with first ore shipment scheduled for June 2026.
Dangote Cement Zambia sees new opportunity in transporting clinker to Zimbabwe by rail, as NRZ advances plans to expand regional freight services.
GMV will equip Talgo’s new ENR sleeper trains with advanced ITS systems, enhancing safety, efficiency, and passenger experience across Egypt’s rail network.
Botswana is prioritising rail expansion to cut logistics costs, boost exports, and support industrial growth under the Botswana Economic Transformation Programme, with major corridor upgrades and regulatory reforms underway.
Zambia’s Mutanda–Kaoma road upgrade will boost mining and agricultural trade, creating a faster route to Walvis Bay and supporting Western Corridor development.