Kenya starts work on Naivasha–Kisumu Standard Gauge Railway
Naivasha–Kisumu Standard Gauge Railway work has begun. Also, President William Ruto led the launch on 19 March 2026. That is according to Kenya’s Ministry of Roads and Transport.
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Kenyan SGR extension heads from Naivasha to Malaba
The Kenyan SGR extension entered its next construction phase on March 19. Also, Railway Supply reported President William Samoei Ruto attended the launch west of Naivasha.
Kenya-Uganda railway extension moves closer to border
Kenya-Uganda railway extension was back in focus on Saturday. The presidents of the two countries were preparing to meet near their shared border. Meanwhile, Kenya was moving ahead with a delayed rail project. Its financing has added heavily to the country’s debt burden.
Morocco rail tunnel gets €1.73m study backing in Spain
Morocco rail tunnel studies are moving ahead. Spain’s Ministry of Transport and Sustainable Mobility authorised €1.73m for technical studies on the proposed railway tunnel between Spain and Morocco beneath the Strait of Gibraltar, as reported by Rail Journal.
TAZARA cross-border passenger service returns on Mukuba
The TAZARA cross-border passenger service has returned, restoring passenger travel between Tanzania and Zambia on one of the region’s most vital rail links. The restart is expected to support regional mobility across Southern and Eastern Africa by improving regional connectivity and reinforcing the corridor’s role in trade and tourism.
Ethiopia Djibouti Railway port links expand to DMP and HDTL
Ethiopia Djibouti Railway port links are set to expand rail access from the Ethio-Djibouti Railway (EDR) to additional strategic port facilities, with key connections intended to be completed by the end of 2026, as reported by Capital Ethiopia. In broad terms, the initiative is framed as a step toward reinforcing the corridor that supports Ethiopia’s external trade.
Algeria railway development plans: $18.5bn rail push
Algeria railway development plans are backed by Dinars 2.4 trillion ($US 18.5bn), as reported by International Railway Journal, citing Nabil Boubaya, central director of the National Railway Investment Design and Implementation Supervision Agency (Anesrif). He shared the update in a recent interview on national radio.
Ghana high-speed rail readiness starts with fixing basics
Conversations about Ghana high-speed rail readiness have surged in recent weeks, with experts and political figures urging the government to place high-speed rail (HSR) inside The Big Push development program.
Gara Djebilet mining railway begins operational tests
Gara Djebilet mining railway trials have begun in western Algeria, with initial operating tests under way on the 950-kilometre Béchar–Tindouf–Gara Djebilet route. In a statement, ANESRIF described the test run as an early step toward supporting the mine’s output.
TAZARA cross-border passenger services restart on Feb 10
TAZARA cross-border passenger services will return between the United Republic of Tanzania and the Republic of Zambia, with the reorganised timetable taking effect on Tuesday, 10 February 2026, according to TAZARA Announces Resumption of Cross-Border Services.
RITES South Africa locomotive order set for 1.5-year delivery
RITES South Africa locomotive order has been confirmed through a regulatory disclosure, with the company securing a Rs 3.16 billion contract to supply service diesel-electric locomotives for South Africa. The details are set out in a BSE filing and also referenced by Construction World.
Lobito Atlantic Railway upgrade financing closes at $753m
Lobito Atlantic Railway upgrade financing has been confirmed at $753 million after the Development Bank of Southern Africa (DBSA) agreed a $200 million loan for the Lobito Atlantic Railway concession in Angola, as outlined by DBSA.
