Opportunity: Ethio-Djibouti Standard Gauge Railway Share Company
Ethio-Djibouti Standard Gauge Railway has launched an international tender to strengthen rail maintenance capacity along the Ethio-Djibouti corridor.
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Floods Disrupt Regional Rail Links Between Mozambique
Severe flooding disrupts regional rail links between Mozambique, South Africa, Eswatini and Zimbabwe, affecting key corridors connected to the Port of Maputo.
Railway Diversion on Tenke–Kolwezi–Dilolo Axis Inaugurated in Lualaba Province
TFM-funded RR2 railway diversion in Lualaba Province inaugurated, supporting Fungurume mine development and maintaining continuity on a key SNCC rail corridor.
Cornelder de Moçambique Expands Port of Beira Capacity with New STS Cranes
Cornelder de Moçambique will acquire two new STS cranes for the Port of Beira, supporting capacity growth through a US$25m terminal investment programme.
Land Linked Zambia Webinar: Strengthening the Global Supply Chain through Nacala Corridor
Africast Zambia hosts a 2026 webinar examining how the Nacala Corridor is strengthening global supply chains and regional trade for Zambia and Malawi.
SimFer Announces Launch of Its First Ferry
SimFer has launched its first transshipment vessel, strengthening Simandou’s export logistics and setting new benchmarks for mining infrastructure in Guinea.
Railway Development in Côte d’Ivoire: JICA and DPSPP Assess Strategic Rail Projects
JICA and Côte d’Ivoire’s Ministry of Transport evaluate priority railway projects, including the Abidjan Metro and San Pedro corridor, to guide future investment.
Benin Makes History with its First Sovereign Sukuk
Benin becomes Africa’s first sovereign Sukuk issuer in 2026, raising US$500 million and strengthening its position in global Islamic finance markets.
UFIGA and SETRAG Approve Timber Rail Tariff Agreement for 2025–2026
UFIGA and SETRAG agree new rail tariffs for timber transport on the Trans-Gabon Railway, providing certainty and improved logistics for 2025–2026.
Guinea: African Development Bank Commits Support for Simandou 2040 Strategic Development Programme
The African Development Bank reaffirms its support for Guinea’s $200bn Simandou 2040 Programme, driving infrastructure, rail, mining and economic transformation.
NRC Concludes 50% Festive Train Fare Discount on a Positive Note
The Nigerian Railway Corporation concludes its 50% festive train fare discount after strong passenger demand across Nigeria’s rail corridors.
Namibia and Angola Establish Railway Joint Technical Committee
Namibia and Angola establish a Railway Joint Technical Committee to advance cross-border rail links, feasibility studies and corridor development initiatives.
Kenya Railways Outlines Nairobi Commuter Rail Developments Ahead of AFCON 2027
Kenya Railways confirms new commuter rail stations and a spur line in Nairobi to support transport access for AFCON 2027 venues.
Zambia Railways and TAZARA Record Losses Amid High Costs
Zambia Railways and TAZARA report continued losses driven by high costs, ageing assets and underperformance, prompting renewed focus on rail modernisation.
DR Congo Signals Strategic Shift Towards Domestic Rail Manufacturing
The DRC signals a strategic shift towards domestic rail manufacturing to reduce import dependence, strengthen logistics resilience and support industrial development.
UK and Guinea Explore Partnerships for Conakry Tramway
The UK and Guinea advance talks on funding and delivery of the Conakry tramway, strengthening transport cooperation and sustainable urban mobility.