Industry publication for railway transport specialists

Railway Transport in Africa

The main

LTG Cargo EuroDual enters its next production stage with 6.15 MW, 500 kN and a planned capability for 5,700-tonne freight trains.

12.08.2026

LTG Cargo EuroDual Takes Shape for 5,700-Tonne Trains

12 Stadler FLIRT Trains Arrive in Lithuania

04.08.2026

Lithuania Receives 12 of 15 New Stadler FLIRT Trains

LTG Cargo diesel locomotive hauling freight wagons in Lithuania

30.07.2026

Lithuania Advances €25m Rūdninkai Military Rail Link

Lithuania Introduces Its First Solar Noise Barrier

10.08.2024

Lithuania Introduces Its First Solar Noise Barrier: How the Innovation Will Transform the Future of Railways

Marius Skuodis, the Minister of Transport and Communications of Lithuania, visited Juodšiliai in the Vilnius district, this is reported by the railway transport news portal Railway Supply.
New passenger Carriages for Madaraka Express

06.08.2024

New passenger Carriages for Madaraka Express Arrived in Kenya

On July 22, 2024, a ceremony for the reception of new passenger carriages for the Madaraka Express took place in Kenya, reports the railway transport news portal Railway Supply, citing Railways Africa.
Gabon Launches Second Phase of Trans-Gabon Railway Modernization

05.08.2024

Gabon Launches Second Phase of Trans-Gabon Railway Modernization: New Rails and $580 Million Investment

The government of Gabon and Société d'exploitation du Transgabonais (SETRAG) have signed an agreement for the second phase of modernization of the Trans-Gabon Railway, this is reported by the railway transport news portal Railway Supply.
New Strategic Partnership for Transport Corridor Development in Africa

29.06.2024

Thelo Group and DB Engineering & Consulting (DB E&C): New Strategic Partnership for Transport Corridor Development in Africa

Thelo Group, a leading African logistics company, has revised its partnership with DB Engineering and Consulting (DB E&C) Deutsche Bahn to focus on developing multimodal transport corridors across Africa, this is reported by the railway transport news portal Railway Supply.
Development of Railway Infrastructure in Kenya

28.06.2024

CRRC: Development of Railway Infrastructure in Kenya

The CRRC Corporation continues to develop Kenya's railway infrastructure, having dispatched another batch of 20 passenger trains for the Mombasa-Nairobi line from the port of Shanghai, this is reported by the railway transport news portal Railway Supply.
2030 FIFA World Cup: Morocco's Railway Transport

25.06.2024

2030 FIFA World Cup: Morocco’s Railway Transport

European fans are eagerly awaiting the decisive group stage matches at EURO 2024, including us, anticipating Ukraine's victory over Belgium.
Enhancing Quality and Competitiveness of Railway Transportation

24.06.2024

Mozambique: Enhancing Quality and Competitiveness of Railway Transportation

Mozambique has entered a new era in logistics development thanks to an agreement between the Ports and Railways Administration (CFM) and the Maputo Port Development Company (MPDC), this is reported by the railway transport news portal Railway Supply.
operator has ordered 275 flatbed railcars for containers

24.06.2024

The Lobito Atlantic Railway operator has ordered 275 flatbed railcars for containers

The Lobito Atlantic Railway operator has signed a contract with the South African company Galison Manufacturing to supply 275 flatbed railcars for transporting containers of various sizes — 10, 20, and 40 feet long, this is reported by the railway transport news portal Railway Supply.
The development of railway transportation in Tanzania

21.06.2024

The development of railway transportation in Tanzania

In early June 2024, a long-awaited event took place in Tanzania: passenger services commenced on an electrified single-track line between the capital, Dar es Salaam, and Morogoro, a city located in the country's center, this is reported by the railway transport news portal Railway Supply.
Mirai Rail: Rolling Stock Upgrade

19.06.2024

Mirai Rail: Rolling Stock Upgrade

Mirai Rail, a leader in South Africa's railway industry, has reaffirmed its reputation by delivering the first refurbished train to PRASA, this is reported by the railway transport news portal Railway Supply.
Nigeria: Abuja Rail Mass Transit System Resumes Operation

10.06.2024

Nigeria: Abuja Rail Mass Transit System Resumes Operation

On May 29, 2024, the Abuja Rail Mass Transit (ARMT) system resumed operation in Abuja, the capital of Nigeria, this is reported by the railway transport news portal Railway Supply.
Galison will manufacture 275 container flatcars

24.05.2024

Galison will manufacture 275 container flatcars for Angola

South African company Galison has signed a contract with Lobito Atlantic Railway, a joint venture from Angola, to supply 275 container flatcars, this is reported by the railway transport news portal Railway Supply.