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TAZARA Suspends Cross-Border Passenger Train Services Amid Operational Challenges 1 Mining in Zambia Transport and Logistics 

TAZARA Suspends Cross-Border Passenger Train Services Amid Operational Challenges

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The Tanzania-Zambia Railways Authority (TAZARA) has announced a significant suspension of its cross-border passenger train operations, effective June 18, 2024, due to a series of operational challenges. This abrupt halt affects the passenger train services running between Kapiri Mposhi in Zambia and Dar es Salaam in Tanzania, a crucial transportation link for many commuters and travelers in the region. In a statement, TAZARA expressed regret over the suspension, underscoring the severity of the challenges faced by the authority. While the specific nature of these operational difficulties was not detailed, it… Read More Here
Lobito Atlantic Railway orders new container wagons to transport goodsvia the Lobito Corridor 2 Transport and Logistics Angola Mining in DRC Mining in Zambia Press Release 

Lobito Atlantic Railway orders new container wagons to transport goodsvia the Lobito Corridor

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Lobito, Angola, 19 June 2024 – The Lobito Atlantic Railway (LAR), the concession holder for the operation, management and maintenance of the Lobito Corridor, has placed an order for 275 new container wagons from South African company Galison Manufacturing for an undisclosed sum. The container wagons will be delivered in three tranches with the first wagons due to arrive in Lobito from the fourth quarter of this year. They will be able to carry 10, 20 and 40 ft long containers, giving flexibility for the load transported. This order is… Read More Here
Italy Joins US and EU in Promoting Sustainable Development Along Lobito Corridor 3 Transport and Logistics Angola Mining in DRC Mining in Zambia 

Italy Joins US and EU in Promoting Sustainable Development Along Lobito Corridor

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On Friday, during the G7 meeting it hosted, Italy committed to joining the US and EU in efforts to promote sustainable development along the Lobito Corridor. This initiative aims to enhance collaboration and mobilize up to $320 million in investments to support core rail infrastructure and related projects, in synergy with the Green Infrastructure Alliance in Africa (AGIA). The Lobito Corridor is a significant railway infrastructure that traverses Angola, the Democratic Republic of Congo, and Zambia, regions rich in minerals and oil. It connects Southern and Central Africa, providing access… Read More Here
Lobito Corridor to Enhance Freight Capacity with 275 New Wagons from South Africa's Galison Manufacturing 4 Transport and Logistics Angola Mining in DRC Mining in Zambia 

Lobito Corridor to Enhance Freight Capacity with 275 New Wagons from South Africa’s Galison Manufacturing

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In furtherance of the commitment to invest $455 million in Angola, the Lobito Atlantic Railway—a consortium of Trafigura, Mota-Engil, and Vecturis—has awarded a contract to South Africa’s Galison Manufacturing to supply 275 container wagons over 30 months. This investment, part of a larger procurement plan for 35 locomotives and 1555 wagons, aims to enhance the Lobito Corridor’s freight capacity. The Lobito Atlantic Railway, a consortium of Trafigura, Mota-Engil, and Vecturis, has previously pledged to invest $455 million in Angola, much of which will go towards procuring 35 locomotives and 1555… Read More Here
USAID Administrator Announces New Investments Along the Lobito Corridor 5 International Transport and Logistics 

USAID Administrator Announces New Investments Along the Lobito Corridor

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USAID Administrator Samantha Power and Deputy Secretary Richard Verma visited Luanda, Angola, on April 23-25, 2024. They focused on enhancing the business environment, particularly in agriculture with special focus on Lobito Corridor developments. A key announcement included a $235 million USAID investment over five years to support Angola’s National Development Plan and fund a variety of programs within the Lobito Corridor. Administrator Samantha Power and Deputy Secretary of State for Management and Resources Richard Verma visited Luanda, Angola, on April 23, 2024. During their visit, they met with government officials,… Read More Here
Economic Growth in Benguela Boosted by Lobito Refinery and Corridor Projects 6 Transport and Logistics International 

Economic Growth in Benguela Boosted by Lobito Refinery and Corridor Projects

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The construction of the Lobito Refinery and the operationalization of the Lobito Corridor are attracting significant investor interest in Benguela, driving the province’s economic growth. This was highlighted by Adilson Gonçalves, the Vice-Governor for the Technical Sector and Infrastructures, during his remarks on the success of the Benguela International Fair (FIB) held from last Wednesday to Sunday. Preliminary figures from the 13th Benguela International Fair, presented to Jornal de Angola by Bruno Albernaz, President of the Board of Directors of Grupo Arena (the event organizers), indicate a turnover of four… Read More Here
Lobito Corridor IPA Welcomes Patson Malisa as New Director General 7 Transport and Logistics 

Lobito Corridor IPA Welcomes Patson Malisa as New Director General

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On May 28, 2024, the Lobito Corridor Investment Promotion Authority (“LCIPA” or the “IPA”) announced Patson Malisa as the Director General of the LCIPA. The LCIPA is confident that Patson Malisa’s leadership will significantly advance the goals and potential of the Lobito Corridor. “The Lobito Corridor has unlimited potential to safely acquire, transport, and secure the minerals essential to providing the clean energy on which the world increasingly runs; to spur healthy economic development of the region and beyond; and to improve the lives of millions of people living along… Read More Here
Minister of Technology Mutati Highlights Benefits of Lusaka-Ndola PPP Project 8 Mining in Zambia Infrastructural Development Transport and Logistics 

Minister of Technology Mutati Highlights Benefits of Lusaka-Ndola PPP Project

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At the groundbreaking ceremony for the Lusaka-Ndola dual carriageway, Minister of Technology and Science, Hon. Felix Mutati MP, highlighted the significance of Zambia’s first major Public-Private Partnership (PPP) project, which promises numerous benefits. The $650 million USD contract with AVIC will allocate 20% of the work to Zambian subcontractors, involving local companies in the project alongside AVIC. Minister Mutati emphasized the importance of dedication and high-quality work from these subcontractors, hoping this experience will enable them to manage similar projects independently in the future. To equip Zambian youths with necessary… Read More Here
President Hichilema Breaks Ground on Lusaka-Ndola Dual Carriageway Project 9 Mining in Zambia Infrastructural Development Transport and Logistics 

President Hichilema Breaks Ground on Lusaka-Ndola Dual Carriageway Project

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President Hakainde Hichilema officiated the groundbreaking ceremony for the Lusaka-Ndola dual carriageway, marking a historic milestone for Zambia. This major infrastructure initiative, under the Public-Private Partnership (PPP) model, aims to save government funds while significantly improving the nation’s road network. President Hichilema highlighted the project’s importance in enhancing Zambia’s transportation infrastructure. The Lusaka-Ndola dual carriageway is expected to increase travel safety, reduce travel times, and strengthen connectivity between key economic areas. “We are committed to enhancing transportation efficiency and fostering economic growth,” the President stated. He urged developers to ensure… Read More Here
Zambia's Transport Minister Announces Negotiations to Revitalize TAZARA Railway Line 10 Mining in Zambia Transport and Logistics 

Zambia’s Transport Minister Announces Negotiations to Revitalize TAZARA Railway Line

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Positive developments are underway for the Tanzania-Zambia Railway Authority (TAZARA). Zambian Transport and Logistics Minister Frank Tayali announced that negotiations to revitalize TAZARA are expected to conclude by September 2024. This milestone will pave the way for a concessionaire agreement with China Civil Engineering Construction Corporation (CCECC) to recapitalize the railway authority. The announcement was made during a meeting titled “Revitalize TAZARA, Promoting China-Africa Cooperation.” This collaboration aims to breathe new life into TAZARA and enhance its role in regional cargo transportation. According to Tayali, finalizing negotiations by September will… Read More Here

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