🇿🇦 East London Multi-Purpose Terminal handled its first transhipment vessels in 13 years, processing over 2,400 fully built units. The milestone follows a R60 million N-Berth upgrade enabling dual car carrier docking. railwaysafrica.com/news/the-east-… #PortInfrastructure #Transhipment

South Africa’s citrus season records 18% export growth mid-season, driven by EU and Middle East demand and boosted by increased rail volumes and port upgrades. 🇿🇦 railwaysafrica.com/news/south-afr… #rail #railway #ports #logistics #exports #SouthAfrica #Transnet

#International Voith is pioneering the future of European rail freight with the first commercial deployment of Digital Automatic Couplers (DAC) on Westfälische Landes-Eisenbahn’s network. As part of the DAC4EU project, Voith is supplying 30 CargoFlex couplers and 2 hybrids.

Zambia is driving infrastructure growth through Public Private Partnerships, with US$7.6 billion in transport projects already signed from 2022–2025. Key developments include the Lobito Corridor Railway, TAZARA concession with China Civil Engineering Construction Corporation, and

The new PTS105 from EMS Industries delivers improved safety, modular design, and reduced cost for freight rail. Lighter, smarter, and built for performance. Get the details here: railwaysafrica.com/news/efficienc… #EMSIndustries #RailSafety #Railway #Wagon #Freight #FreightRail

CAMRAIL has taken delivery of 683 high-performance monobloc wheels from Bonatrans Group A.S., part of a 1,168-wheel order to modernise its rolling stock. Read more: railwaysafrica.com/news/camrail-s… #CAMRAIL #Railway #RollingStock #RailwaySafety #CameroonTransport #Bonatrans

Loram’s ballast maintenance equipment delivers long-term rail performance and improved drainage resilience. Using advanced shoulder ballast cleaning machines, Loram Maintenance of Way, Inc. helps extend ballast life, reduce tamping needs by up to 200%, and enhance track quality across UK railways and

🇲🇿 Mozambique’s IFEPOM and 🇿🇦 South Africa’s RSR recently held a high-level meeting in Maputo to strengthen regulatory cooperation in the railway sector. Key areas of focus included harmonisation of safety standards, alignment of regulatory fees, and plans for a joint

Zak’s new 48kg 1:12 turnout has been designed for use on Southern Africa’s mainline and private railway networks and is suitable for 22-tonne axle loads. Get all the details here: railwaysafrica.com/news/zak-debut… #Turnouts #SwitchAndCrossing #PermanentWay #TrackInfrastructure #PerWay

Tsodilo Resources moves forward with plans for a Botswana–Namibia rail link via Divundu. The project supports mineral exports and aligns with the Walvis Bay and Trans-Zambezi corridors. railwaysafrica.com/news/tsodilo-r… #Botswana #Mining #Namibia #Railway #SADCLogistics

The RailSafetyRegulator has appointed Mr Brian Monakali as its new Chief Executive Officer, effective 1 August 2025. His appointment marks a new era for the RSR as it aligns with the transformative Railway Safety Act, 2024. Monakali brings over 25 years of executive experience in rail,

Zak Steel Showcases New 1:12 Secant Turnout for Southern Africa’s Rail Network Join Railways Africa Magazine Magazine Trackside for an exclusive walk-through with Kim Wilson, Pieter Swart, and Jan Grobbelaar of Zak as we take a look at their recently launched 1:12 secant turnout. Built

On 28 July 2025, the PRASA Group announced that it had reached a wage agreement with the UNTU and the SATAWU, following a process facilitated by the Commission for Conciliation, Mediation and Arbitration (CCMA). The agreement includes a 5.5% salary increase for all

CSEE, together with partners SITE SpA and GCF SpA, has been awarded a major contract by ONCF for the Kenitra–Marrakech High-Speed Rail Line in Morocco. The consortium will deliver ERTMS Level 2 signalling, telecommunications, and power systems for the 430km route, supporting safe

🇸🇳 Senegal’s rail sector is undergoing a critical transformation, with safety at its core. From the electrified TER to the rehabilitation of the Dakar–Tambacounda corridor, railway safety expert Pape Ahmeth Diop shares his insights on how modern technology, staff training, and

The African Development Bank Group IDEV 2024 Annual Report shares key findings from 13 evaluations, including a comprehensive review of rail and aviation investments across Africa. With lessons on sustainability, institutional capacity, and project performance, the report supports AfDB’s 2024–2033

🇹🇿 Tanzania has officially launched the Kwala Dry Port and a new modern freight rail service between Dar es Salaam and Dodoma. The development, led by President Samia Suluhu Hassan, also included the receipt of 50 new and 20 refurbished metre-gauge wagons and the laying of a

Beitbridge border post has taken a major step towards enhancing trade efficiency in the SADC region. Now operating 24/7 for tourism and passenger traffic and 12 hours daily for commercial goods, the post is easing congestion and processing over 300 trucks per day. SADC Secretariat

Knorr-Bremse South Africa has expanded its operational mandate to support most African rail operators directly from its Spartan-based facility. This shift reduces service turnaround times and enables direct regional support, eliminating the need to route through international

🇸🇿 Eswatini Railways: The Women Behind the Locomotives and Wagons The Railways Africa Magazine team has spent the past few months exploring Eswatini Railways, tracking its progress, partnerships, and future ambitions. Just in time for Women’s Month, this Trackside feature brings you