The TAZARA turns 50: Riding the railway that bridges Tanzania and Zambia
Summary
The Tanzania-Zambia Railway Authority (TAZARA) railway has been in operation for 50 years, connecting Tanzania and Zambia. It faces frequent delays and maintenance issues, but recent investment from a Chinese company aims to improve its infrastructure. This investment will help upgrade tracks and buy new trains over the next three years.Key Facts
- TAZARA railway connects Tanzania's Dar es Salaam to Zambia's Kapiri Mposhi.
- The railway journey is about 1,860 kilometers (1,156 miles) long.
- TAZARA is known for delays and has faced maintenance problems over the years.
- Recent incidents include derailed trains and accidents causing fatalities.
- The China Civil Engineering Construction Corporation (CCECC) will invest $1.4 billion in upgrades.
- The upgrades will involve track rehabilitation and purchasing new locomotives and wagons.
- CCECC will manage TAZARA for 30 years to recoup its investment.
- Construction work will cause some interruptions to passenger service during upgrades.
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