Tanzania Tests First Electric Train; Eyes Regional Links
The Tanzania Railway Corporation (TRC) recently initiated the first official trial of the nation’s inaugural electric train, running from Dar es Salaam to Morogoro. During the launch, Mobhare Matinyi, the Chief Government Spokesperson and Director of Information Service at the Ministry of Information, Communication, and Information Technology, expressed the government’s ambition to extend the Standard Gauge Railway to connect with adjacent countries.
Matinyi emphasized the historical significance and regional pride associated with this development, highlighting its potential to elevate the standard of living and business operations in Tanzania and beyond. The introduction of the electric train, capable of speeds up to 160 km/h, is expected to offer a reliable, efficient, and cost-effective transportation option for both travelers and business professionals.
Additionally, the route features six stations, with two primary stations in Dar es Salaam and Morogoro, and four subsidiary stations strategically located at Pugu, Soga, Ruvu, and Ngerengere.
From the outset, the introduction of Tanzania’s first electric train marked a pivotal moment in the enhancement of railway tourism within the region.
Source: Travel and Tour World