Update on Traxtion’s Latest Rolling Stock Investment Programme
Traxtion confirms progress on its 46 locomotive investment, highlighting rail reform impact, local supply chain growth and freight capacity expansion.
Week: 2026 – 09
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Construction of the Laghouat – Ghardaïa – El Menia Railway
Algeria launches consultancy EOI for the 495 km Laghouat–Ghardaïa–El Menia railway, financed by the AfDB under the first loan tranche.
Mozambique Moves to Establish Integrated Railway Licensing and Certification Framework
Mozambique advances rail sector reform through an integrated licensing, inspection and certification framework under the Southern Africa Trade and Connectivity Project.
UNTU Notes 2026 Budget With Mixed Reaction over PRASA Funding, Transnet Debt and Fuel Levies
UNTU responds to the 2026 Budget, raising concerns over PRASA funding, Transnet’s R153bn debt, PPP reforms and fuel levy increases.
Zimbabwe Suspends Export of Raw Minerals and Lithium Concentrates
Zimbabwe suspends exports of raw minerals and lithium concentrates with immediate effect, tightening beneficiation and compliance requirements.
Kisumu Leadership Conducts Site Visit to Proposed SGR Terminus in Kibos
Kisumu leadership inspects proposed SGR Phase 2B terminus in Kibos, outlining 264 km of rail, bridges, tunnels and port link infrastructure.
Rails to Prosperity: Mining, Logistics and the Southern African Corridor Opportunity
Mining X Logistics 2026 highlights corridor reform, PSP momentum and cross-border rail links shaping Southern Africa’s mineral logistics future.
Budget 2026 Prioritises Rail Recovery, Freight Corridor Capacity and Infrastructure Reform
Budget 2026 allocates over R1 trillion to infrastructure, with transport and logistics receiving the largest share for rail, freight and road reform.
International: GB Railfreight and HyOrc sign MOU to Advance Rail Decarbonisation in the UK
GB Railfreight and HyOrc sign MoU for Project Phoenix pilot to retrofit diesel locomotives with multi-fuel and hydrogen-ready propulsion technology.
UIC Infrastructure Narrow Gauge Taskforce Proposes a Comprehensive Examination of Failure Modes, Effects and Criticality
UIC Narrow Gauge Taskforce launches FMECA study to identify key infrastructure failure modes and support asset management across global narrow-gauge networks.
Western Cape Government Releases First Findings of Overberg Rail Business Case
Western Cape Government outlines freight projections and intermodal plans in first findings of Overberg Rail Business Case linking region to Gauteng.
Angola Renews Mandate of ANTT Board of Directors
Angola renews the mandate of the ANTT Board of Directors for a new three-year term, reinforcing governance in the land transport subsector.
South Africa: Rail Reform Moves Ahead, RSR Reinforces Cooperation With UIC
South Africa’s rail reform advances as RSR strengthens cooperation with UIC on safety, interoperability, signalling and regulatory standards.
Tanzania SGR Mwanza–Isaka Progress Update
Tanzania confirms 68 per cent completion of the 341 km SGR Mwanza–Isaka section, with bridges at 90 per cent and operations targeted by 2028.
International: British Steel Secures High-Speed Rail Contract for Türkiye and Launches 24-7 Production
British Steel to supply 36,000 tonnes of rail for Türkiye’s 599 km Ankara–İzmir high-speed line, triggering 24-7 production in Scunthorpe.
Progress Rail and Wabtec Reach a Settlement in Antitrust Case
Progress Rail and Wabtec reach settlement in antitrust case, confirming continued supply of long-haul freight locomotives to Class I railroads.
EFCC Arraigns Former NRC Managing Director Over Alleged Money Laundering Charges
EFCC arraigns former NRC Managing Director over alleged $385,000 and ₦165.438m money laundering case in Lagos court.
LAMATA to Receive 24 Additional Coaches for Lagos Red Line by Q3 2026
LAMATA will add 24 new coaches to the Lagos Red Line by Q3 2026, expanding capacity and addressing passenger comfort and air conditioning issues.
Malawi Sets Out 2026/27 Transport Programme Across Road, Rail, Aviation and Lake Infrastructure
Malawi outlines its 2026/27 transport programme covering road rehabilitation, rail corridors, aviation expansion and lake infrastructure upgrades.
Mega Abidjan-Lagos Corridor Project Enters Operational Phase with Launch of Governing Board
ECOWAS and AfDB operationalise ALCoMA Board as the 1,028 km Abidjan–Lagos Corridor Highway project advances toward regional rollout.
DFC Board Approves New Investments, Bolstering Regional Stability, Economic Prosperity, and Critical Mineral Supply Chains
DFC approves new Africa-focused investments to strengthen critical mineral supply chains, energy resilience and strategic economic partnerships.